Oct. 09, 2025 7:09 PM ETARCC, FDUS, KBDC, ARDC, PDO, PFN, PTA, WDI, EPD, MPLX, EIPI, BME, EVT, ETO, FOF, BTCI, ETW, IWMI, JEPQ, QQQI, SPYI, HTD, ASGI, STWD, RLTYDavid Johnson1.25K FollowersSummaryThis Model Portfolio identifies 25 recommended securities to build monthly income.The portfolio covers various sectors, including business development companies, real estate, bonds, infrastructure/utilities, and options, ensuring diversified income sources.A balanced approach leads to risk reduction, hedging against macroeconomic volatility, and ensuring stable income.The portfolio includes top-tier, liquid investments with a mix of monthly and quarterly distributions, focused on consistent and growing income.I rate 11 of the 25 funds a Buy right now.sitox/E+ via Getty ImagesInvestment ThesisThe following model portfolio was designed for investors seeking income, either building a portfolio for retirement or withdrawing income immediately. It uses the best ideas of BDCs, MLPs, CEFs, Option Income funds and REITs that I currently investThis article was written byDavid Johnson1.25K FollowersDavid A. Johnson is founder and principal of Endurance Capital Management, a New Jersey Limited Liability Company. As an investor entrepreneur, David invests in stocks, bonds, options, ETFs, REITs, real estate, closed end funds and alternative investment funds such as hedge funds and private credit. With over 30 years’ experience in investing, David holds a Master of Science (MS) Degree in Finance, with a concentration in Investment Analysis, from Boston University, a Certificate in Financial Planning, and a Master’s in Business Administration (MBA) from Fordham University.Analyst’s Disclosure:I/we have a beneficial long position in the shares of ALL FUNDS IN THE MODEL PORTFOLIO either through stock ownership, options, or other derivatives. I wrote this article myself, and it expresses my own opinions. I am not receiving compensation for it (other than from Seeking Alpha). I have no business relationship with any company whose stock is mentioned in this article.Seeking Alpha's Disclosure: Past performance is no guarantee of future results. No recommendation or advice is being given as to whether any investment is suitable for a particular investor. Any views or opinions expressed above may not reflect those of Seeking Alpha as a whole. Seeking Alpha is not a licensed securities dealer, broker or US investment adviser or investment bank. Our analysts are third party authors that include both professional investors and individual investors who may not be licensed or certified by any institute or regulatory body.CommentsRecommended For You