The idea behind successful long-term investing is simple: Just own a portfolio of growth stocks that can churn out consistent increases in their revenue and net income. Over time, the steady growth of the business will result in a higher share price, bestowing investors with attractive capital gains.

A bonus is that dividend-paying companies that enjoy better business fundamentals will also end up increasing their dividends along the way, thus allowing investors to enjoy the best of both worlds.

These are the types of companies that I will hold over years or even decades as they can help to compound my money.

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