[gizmo686]

Its also not clear how easy it is to get that kind of net worth if you live a fairly normal and modest life. Lunch with the president is not just about bragging rights. If you are rich enough, it can pay for itself.

[corporateguy6]

I think basically entrepreneurship is your only shot. Finance maybe, but probably not

[mindentropy]

Is it possible to be this wealthy these days? The competition is so high it is very very difficult.

[ap3]

When has it NOT been dificult to be a billionaire?