Many people around the globe dream of living a life of material riches where money is but a piece of paper that can buy anything your heart desires. Sad to say that not all of us are so lucky to be born with a silver spoon in our mouths. Fortunately, we are always masters of our own fate and destinies. As such, we can always choose one or two of the following ways to become rich. Or its just fortune as fame is overrated - just ask the people hounded by the paparazzi.

Take note that these ways to become rich are arranged alphabetically since one is not necessarily easier to achieve than the others although the legality of each option varies. Its all depends on your current situation.

Inherit It

Well, of course, either you are born into the likes of the Rockefeller family or your relatives somehow came into great wealth and saw it fit to leave their estates to your possession. If you are reading this article, you fall into the second category and we wish you luck on that aspect.

Become an Investment Genius

Take the case of Warren Buffett. He was born into an ordinary family but because he has the determination to acquire knowledge about investments, look at where he is now - one of the wealthiest people in the world. The stereotypical tightfisted multi-billionaire per reports but a multi-billionaire, nonetheless.

Dealing In Commodities

There are many licit and illicit commodities that can be traded for great profit and this is one of the good ways to become rich. Of course, you may have to learn the ins and outs of each commodity before you can make your first million in one transaction. Think along the lines of art, precious gems, narcotics, weapons smuggling and even human trafficking although the last 3 options are very risky indeed.

Gambling Like Crazy

Yes, many millionaires have acquired wealth because of the slot machines or the gambling tables in cities like Las Vegas and Atlanta. Just remember that there is about a one in billion chance for you to win against the casino for large sums of money because of the house advantage.

Marrying Someone

Now, if you have the charm to snag for yourself an ultra-rich man, or woman, good for you. Just remember to execute a favorable pre-nuptial agreement and/or to marry in a state with favorable conjugal property laws, forever be damned.

Stealing from Your Company

Many a multi-millionaire has used this tactic although it must also be said that many have also been caught and sent to federal prison. Still, if you know how to cook the books, then why not? Then again, are you nuts?

Winning Lottery

And then there is the state lottery which is also one of the ways to become rich. You might have to bet many times over many years or bet just once to win the coveted jackpot. However, do beware that many state lottery winners are rags-to-riches-to-rags stories.

Working for It

If you cannot do any of the above ways to become rich for any reason, then the best and last option is to work for it. Of course, unless you work for the likes of Goldman Sachs, you probably will not get rich working for others. Instead, you should establish your own company, manage it well and then become richer as it grows.

Finally, just don't take the attitude of Daffy Duck though - "Consequences, consequences, as long as I'm rich". Very often, wealth is not all that it's cracked up to be.

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