It is easy to say, 'I will start investing tomorrow - I have plenty of time.' Time can also create a false sense of urgency -' I held this stock for over a year and its price has gone nowhere.' Use time to your advantage start young and be patient.

Dividend Stocks To Help Grow Your Wealth

A long-term buy-and-hold investing approach focusing on quality dividend growth stocks has provided the means for many investors to enjoy a comfortable retirement. If you start early enough, you will go beyond a comfortable retirement into the realm of building long-term wealth. For starters, you might consider these dividend stocks that have been rewarding their investors with growing dividends for 40 or more consecutive years, all with a yield greater than 3%:

PepsiCo, Inc. (PEP) is a major international producer of branded beverage and snack food products. PEP is a member of the S&P 500, a Dividend Aristocrat and a member of the Broad Dividend Achievers™ Index and a Dividend Champion. The company has paid a cash dividend to shareholders every year since 1952 and has increased its dividend payments for 40 consecutive years. Yield: 3.2%

Genuine Parts Co. (GPC) is a leading wholesale distributor of automotive replacement parts, industrial parts and supplies, and office products. GPC is a member of the S&P 500, a Dividend Aristocrat and a member of the Broad Dividend Achievers™ Index and a Dividend Champion. The company has paid a cash dividend to shareholders every year since 1948 and has increased its dividend payments for 56 consecutive years. Yield: 3.2%

The Procter & Gamble Company (PG) is a leading consumer products company the markets household and personal care products in more than 180 countries. PG is a member of the S&P 500, a Dividend Aristocrat, member of the Broad Dividend Achievers™ Index and a Dividend Champion. The company has paid a cash dividend to shareholders every year since 1891 and has increased its dividend payments for 55 consecutive years.