Portfolio Needs $400K to Replace $40K Income at 10% Yield

To replace $40,000 in lost income, a portfolio needs between $400,000 (10% yield) and $1.14 million (3.5% yield) in dividend-generating assets. A 3.5% dividend-growth portfolio can produce approximately $154,000 annually by year 20. The impact of going part-time may add $8,000 to $15,000 to the income replacement target due to lost employer health coverage and 401(k) matching. Financial professionals vary in their motivations, emphasizing the importance of finding a fiduciary adviser.