The regular income that dividend stocks provide can be used to reinvest in the business, quietly and slowly build a retirement nest egg, or for other purposes. However, not every company that pays dividends will do so consistently for a long time without interruption. Those that are likely to do that are the ones dividend investors should consider adding to their portfolios. Let's consider two options today: Coca-Cola (NYSE: KO) and Costco Wholesale (NASDAQ: COST). Where to invest $1,000 right now? Our an ...