In terms of investments, the Rule of 72 is that a return of 7 percent a year will double your capital in 10 years. So assuming that S&P 500 will return roughly 7 percent a year, expect your capital to be doubled in 10 years.
Of course there is no guarantee that the S&P 500 will continue it's upward trend it has been on.
Where in my comment do I say that better paying jobs can be bought?
>"How can I use money to make more money?"
Getting a different job isn't making your money work for you. Getting g a different job generally does not cost money unless you're relocating. Maybe getting g a degree or other qualifications Costa money, but finding a new job does not.
I just wanted to state the obvious first that quickest way is to find a better paying job. And it doesn't even cost money like there are lots of free tutorials online to learn how to code better. I also understand that OP might already understand it (finding a better job as the best route) so I didn't spend too much time on that idea with just one sentence.
He also said that he wants to enjoy the finer things in life; so it makes sense for him to think about ways to get a better job.
I wish I got returns like that at the market.
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