No one can predict the future.

That's why long-term buy-and-hold investing is the best method for success in the stock market. As a strategy, it doesn't guarantee success, but it gives investors more time for their investments to compound -- which studies show is one of the best ways to consistently deliver a positive return.

Another way to maximize your chances of success is to invest in companies with great business models and solid fundamentals. Let's examine two of my favorites.

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