Quick Take

Every Yield Raider needs a calendar — not just to keep track of birthdays and holidays, but to map out ex-dividend dates. Without it, you’re stumbling through the market like it’s a surprise party. With it, you know exactly when to strike.

The good news? You don’t need expensive software to start. You can build a simple dividend calendar with free tools.

Why a Dividend Calendar Matters

Dividend capture is a game of timing. You’re targeting payouts that happen on specific dates — miss one, and you miss the income.

A calendar keeps you:

• Organized – Know which stocks go ex-div this week and next.

• Focused – Plan trades in advance instead of scrambling.

• Efficient – Line up multiple captures in sequence (what we call a Capture Chain).

Free Tools You Can Use

1. DividendCalendar.org

• Opens right to the current month’s ex-dividend dates.

• Filter by yield, sector, frequency, and price range.

• Quick, clean, and free.

2. MarketBeat Dividend Calendar

• Shows upcoming ex-dates with payout amounts and yields.

• Easy export for building your own watchlist.

3. Google Sheets or Excel

• Plug in ex-dividend dates and tickers manually.

• Create a running log of the week’s or month’s opportunities.

• Add conditional formatting to highlight high-yield plays.

4. Broker Tools (Schwab, Fidelity, IBKR)

• Many brokers have built-in dividend calendars.

• Advantage: quick execution once you spot a play.

⚔️ Raider’s Edge Tip

Don’t try to track everything. A good calendar isn’t about volume — it’s about relevance. Keep your list tight: focus on the plays that fit your style and your rules.

Example: A Simple Free Calendar Setup

• Monday: Check DividendCalendar.org → Export ex-dates for the next 2 weeks.

• Paste into Google Sheets → Add columns for yield, target entry, and exit notes.

• Done. You now have a basic calendar for recon.

It’s not flashy, but it works.

Why the Toolkit Beats DIY

Free tools are great for a start. But here’s the truth: they won’t take you far. A cobbled-together calendar only shows you the dates — it doesn’t connect them into a real strategy.

That’s where the Capture Chain Calendar comes in. It’s part of the free Raider’s toolkit included with my book:

Get 20% Returns with Dividend Capture: A Smarter, Safer Strategy for Consistent Cash Flow

With the Capture Chain Calendar, you can:

• See ex-dates linked in sequence, week after week.

• Plan multiple captures in advance.

• Keep the calendar tied directly into your Trade Log and Trade Tracker.

[Grab the book and unlock the full toolkit — including the Capture Chain Calendar.]

✅ Final Word

Free tools can get you started, but they won’t get you across the finish line. If you’re serious about dividend capture, you need more than dates — you need a system. That’s what the Capture Chain Calendar gives you.