Having a million dollars isn't just a dream.
You may think that the only way to get there is to win the lottery; however, becoming a millionaire isn't as difficult as you may think.
The million is there for anyone who is willing to work for it.
The amount of money you earn has very little to do with your financial status.
One person can earn $30,000 a year and be quite financially successful.
Another may earn $300,000 a year, yet be a financial mess.
The net value of your assets is a closer indication of your wealth -- what do you own? Have you been spending your money wisely? But the real gauge of wealth is found in your net worth.
This tells you how far away you are from being a millionaire.
You have to realize that every day matters.
Time is the most necessary part of saving, investing and having one million dollars.
If you start investing at an early age, the power of compounding interest over time becomes your closest ally.
Once you have been investing for a few decades, you will see that your investments are actually outperforming your monthly paycheck.
For example, you make $50,000 a year.
You invest 10% of your yearly income into mutual funds that earn a 10% annual rate of return on your investment.
In 25 years, you will have over $500,000.
You are half of the way there.
You are now earning $50,000 a year in interest.
In ten more years, you will be earning $150,000 a year in interest.
I know that 10% of your income seems like a lot, but look at where it gets you.
It is worth the sacrifice to retire well.
The second largest investment you make on your way to becoming a millionaire is in the purchase of your home.
Owning a home is not only a wise investment, but provides you with protection against inflation.
The key is choosing a home that you can afford and a mortgage that has a fixed interest rate.
Pay it off as soon as you can and then invest your monthly payment into your retirement or towards other investment goals.
Look at it this way, if your household income is $33,300 a year, in 30 years you will have made your million dollars.
That is your first million.
Just working has made you a millionaire.
Saving and investing will let you retire as a millionaire as well.
Take the time to learn how to manage your money and invest for your future.
These are the most important things you can do for your family and for yourself.
Don't let another day go by.
Remember, time is your greatest friend in investing.
Don't wait on the lottery to have a million dollars.
Make it happen on your own.
You may think that the only way to get there is to win the lottery; however, becoming a millionaire isn't as difficult as you may think.
The million is there for anyone who is willing to work for it.
The amount of money you earn has very little to do with your financial status.
One person can earn $30,000 a year and be quite financially successful.
Another may earn $300,000 a year, yet be a financial mess.
The net value of your assets is a closer indication of your wealth -- what do you own? Have you been spending your money wisely? But the real gauge of wealth is found in your net worth.
This tells you how far away you are from being a millionaire.
You have to realize that every day matters.
Time is the most necessary part of saving, investing and having one million dollars.
If you start investing at an early age, the power of compounding interest over time becomes your closest ally.
Once you have been investing for a few decades, you will see that your investments are actually outperforming your monthly paycheck.
For example, you make $50,000 a year.
You invest 10% of your yearly income into mutual funds that earn a 10% annual rate of return on your investment.
In 25 years, you will have over $500,000.
You are half of the way there.
You are now earning $50,000 a year in interest.
In ten more years, you will be earning $150,000 a year in interest.
I know that 10% of your income seems like a lot, but look at where it gets you.
It is worth the sacrifice to retire well.
The second largest investment you make on your way to becoming a millionaire is in the purchase of your home.
Owning a home is not only a wise investment, but provides you with protection against inflation.
The key is choosing a home that you can afford and a mortgage that has a fixed interest rate.
Pay it off as soon as you can and then invest your monthly payment into your retirement or towards other investment goals.
Look at it this way, if your household income is $33,300 a year, in 30 years you will have made your million dollars.
That is your first million.
Just working has made you a millionaire.
Saving and investing will let you retire as a millionaire as well.
Take the time to learn how to manage your money and invest for your future.
These are the most important things you can do for your family and for yourself.
Don't let another day go by.
Remember, time is your greatest friend in investing.
Don't wait on the lottery to have a million dollars.
Make it happen on your own.