ARTICLE
PostedFebruary 16, 2023
In this highlight, we discuss how long it takes to become a millionaire. This highlight clip is from our show,“The most valuable asset for building wealth!”
Many people think that personal finance is only relevant for young people. However, this is far from the truth. While it's true that younger people have more time on their hands, it's never too late to take control of your finances. Many people believe in get-rich-quick schemes, but the reality is that it usually takes becoming a millionaire. 27 years. This is evident from a study by Ramsey Solutions, the largest survey of millionaires to date. The average age of a millionaire is 49 years old, which means it takes more than 27 years of saving and investing to reach this status. This may seem scary, but the truth is that it is never too late to start. For example, if you're 35 and just starting to take control of your finances, you can still reach millionaire status by the time you're 62, which is before normal retirement age. If you wait until you're 40, you can still reach millionaire status at age 67, and if you wait until you're 45, you can still be a millionaire in your early 70s. If you're 49 years old and feel like you missed the boat, it's not too late for you either. Your journey may look a little different, but with a conscious and focused approach, you can still reach millionaire status in your mid-70s. The key is to take control of your finances today and use your time wisely. Personal finance is not just about accumulating wealth; it's about building a life full of abundance, happiness and fulfillment. Money is just a tool, but it can be used consciously to maximize your potential and live the best version of your life. The world is full of advertisem*nts and propaganda designed to make you believe that you need certain things to be rich and happy. However, this is not the case. We want to spread the truth and show you how to build wealth in a way that is sustainable and meaningful. In short, it's never too late to take control of your finances. No matter your age, you can still build wealth, achieve financial freedom, and live a life full of purpose and happiness. By being an active participant in your financial journey, you can create a legacy you can be proud of.
Free active
Financial Order of Operations®: Maximize your army of dollar bills!
Here Are the 9 Steps You've Been Waiting For Building wealth is easy when you know what to do and…
Recharge yourself
Net worth template
It's our favorite time of year: time to fill out your annual net worth statement!
Recharge yourself
Are you a great accumulator of wealth?
Is your net worth on track for retirement? A prodigious accumulator of wealth (PAW) has twice or more than expected...
Recharge yourself
Episodes
What should I do if my 401(k) stinks?
That is not the case
Financial Planning 101 (by age) – The Complete Guide to Financial Success
That is not the case
I feel so behind financially! (How can I catch up?)
That is not the case
Financial FAQs
- How much should I have saved for emergencies and where should I keep it?
- Do I need a will? What's the best way to get one?
- Do I need life insurance? What is the difference between whole life and term?
- When is it okay to stop saving so aggressively and spending money on things I want?
- What is an HSA and should I contribute to it?
Courses and resources
How about more senseInMore money?
Check for blind spots and switch to the financial fast lane. Join a community of like-minded financial mutants as we accelerate our wealth-building process and have fun while we do it.
Millionaire Mission (Brian's book)
Buy now
De Money Guy Net Worth-tool
Buy now
Financial operational procedures course
Buy now
More courses and resources
Articles & insights
A little knowledge is a wonderful thing.
Get answers to your financial questions and more niche topics.
I have a lot of money, but I don't feel rich!
building wealth,Personal economy,wealth
read more
What should I do if my 401(k) stinks?
That is not the case
Financial Planning 101 (by age) – The Complete Guide to Financial Success
That is not the case
More blog posts