If you're on the lookout for dividend shares for your retirement portfolio, then I think the three listed below could be worth considering.
All three have qualities that I think are attractive for retirees in search of both growth and income. Here's why I would buy them:
BWP Trust (ASX: BWP)
The first ASX dividend share that I think retirees ought to consider buying is BWP. It is a real estate investment trust with a focus on commercial properties. The majority of the company's assets are large format retailing properties which are leased to Wesfarmers Ltd (ASX: WES) operated Bunnings Warehouse. I think this is a great tenant to have and the risk of rental defaults and store closures is low in comparison to other areas of the retail sector. In light of this, I believe BWP is well-positioned to continue growing its income and distribution at a solid and predictable rate for a long time to come. I estimate that BWP will pay investors an 18.5 cents per share distribution in FY 2021. This means that its shares currently offer a forward 4.9% distribution yield. I believe this is very attractive for income-focused investors in this low interest rate environment.
Goodman Group (ASX: GMG)
Another dividend share to consider buying is Goodman Group. It shares may not offer the biggest yield, but I believe the integrated commercial and industrial property group could still be a top option for retirees. I estimate that Goodman will pay a distribution of approximately 32 cents per share in FY 2021. This represents a modest forward yield of approximately 2.2% based on its current share price. However, given its exposure to the structural tailwinds of the ecommerce market, I believe this distribution could grow strongly over the next decade and drive solid total returns for investors.
