3 Top Dividend Stocks I Just Bought to Boost My Passive Income

During the current stock market sell-off, the author views this as an opportunity to invest in high-quality dividend stocks, specifically buying shares in Johnson & Johnson, Starbucks, and Mid-America Apartment Communities. Johnson & Johnson’s stock has dropped over 14%, increasing its dividend yield to 3.8%, while Starbucks has seen a 30% decline, pushing its yield to 3.1%. Meanwhile, Mid-America Apartment’s shares have fallen nearly 14%, raising its yield to 4.1%, positioning all three firms as strong candidates for generating passive income and supporting future retirement plans.