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There is not one guaranteed way to become rich. For most people, the best path to building wealth relies on a combination of expanding your earning potential, spending wisely, avoiding debt, saving money, and investing carefully. Becoming wealthy starts by earning good money. You can do this in many ways: going to school, getting higher education and joining a high-paying profession; working your way up in a professional trade; or launching a successful small business; among other things. Avoid debt whenever possible, especially credit card debt, which carries a high interest rate. If you do have credit card or other high-interest debt, pay that down as soon as you can. As you build your income, focus on saving money by living within your means, spending your money carefully, and saving as much as you can. Put a portion of your income into your savings and investments before spending it on other things. A 401k, IRA, or other tax advantaged investment plans are also a good way to earn long term wealth, especially if your employer offers matching contributions. Make the most of your investments by investing in broad-based low-fee funds, like S&P 500 index funds, or targeted retirement funds that invest in a broad portfolio and adjust the balance of stocks and bonds over time to maximize returns when you are young and protect your assets as you get older. While there’s no guarantee that any path will make you wealthy, by following these steps, you’ll be in the best a good position to get rich and gain financial independence. For more tips, including how to get rich by reducing your living expenses, read on!