Income investors can look forward to a happy new year with consistently high dividends. Ares Capital offers a 9.6% forward dividend yield, 16 years of dividend growth, and strong total returns. Enbridge and Energy Transfer also provide solid dividends, while Realty Income boasts 30 years of dividend increases and a monthly payout.

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