For those paying attention to the health care debate, it's pretty clear that some big changes are coming. But one change that could have a huge impact on your portfolio is getting almost no attention in the press. Learn what it is and what you should do about it...

A company that offers a high yield and solid growth potential is hard to come by, but this industry leader offers both.

Last week, near simultaneous alerts from several major powers all but assured investors that the bull market in oil is here to stay. With this in mind, I've uncovered one of the best ways to find high yields thanks to crude oil.

The shipping industry took a hit during the economic downturn. However, freight rates are now on the rise, which often translates to fatter profits for shippers. Now may be a great time to pick up high-yielding shipping stocks at a reasonable price.

This undervalued high yielder has just begun its post-bear comeback.

With the headlines about Greece, many investors are thinking twice about sovereign government debt. But as you'll see, that's exactly why I like it and why I'm using sovereign debt funds to lock in yields of 8.8%.

I'll be honest... the key to earning a lasting (and growing) stream of income isn't rocket science. I'd venture that you already know about this trick. But it's my experience that while most investors know how to create lasting dividend income, few actually follow through to make it a reality.

This unique little company pays a stable double-digit yield and trades at bargain levels. Still, few are paying attention.

Wait until you see how a small change in the way "pink sheet" stocks are listed opens up a fertile hunting ground for income investors. I've even flagged one intriguing pick that comes thanks to the recent change.

Up +10% so far this year while the S&P has been negative, this company's current yield is now about double its historical average. Even better, the company has hiked its dividend fourteen times in the past fifteen years, for a total increase of +1000%.