1. The article highlights three undervalued dividend stocks: a Class I railroad operator, a water/gas utility, and a building/weatherproofing products provider, trading 8%-17% below fair value estimates. 2. These stocks offer an average dividend yield of 2.2% (above market average) and have strong credit ratings (BBB to A-). 3. The companies are positioned for robust long-term total returns due to their resilient business models and compounding potential.