The best, simplest way to build significant wealth over the long run is, arguably, to just plunk meaningful sums in one or more low-fee, broad-market index funds -- and to do so regularly. The overall stock market has averaged annual gains of close to 10% over many decades, and it should deliver a similar return, plus or minus a few percentage points, over your long investing period.

If you'd like to aim for higher-than-average returns, consider adding some growth stocks to your mix.

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