{
  "id": 19484116,
  "title": "If You Invest $500 a Month in VOO Starting Today, Here's What History Says You Could Have in 20 Years",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/11/if-you-invest-500-a-month-in-voo-starting-today-heres-what-history",
  "topic": "finance",
  "section": "Finance & Markets",
  "published": "2026-11-11T10:55:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Motley Fool",
    "slug": "motley-fool",
    "url": "https://www.fool.com/investing/2026/11/11/if-you-invest-500-a-month-in-voo-starting-today-he/?source=iedfolrf0000001"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Investing $500 a month in the Vanguard S&P 500 ETF (VOO) since its inception in September 2010 could potentially yield a substantial sum by the time you reach 20 years. With an average annual return of 12.5%, this popular and reliable ETF has been a dependable money-maker in the stock market. While future performance remains uncertain, VOO's resilience and strong long-term results make it an attractive option for investors.\n\nVOO simplifies the investment process by allowing you to invest in hundreds of top companies simultaneously, rather than individually researching and potentially taking on the risks associated with specific stocks. Despite occasional market fluctuations, VOO has proven to be a resilient investment that delivers consistent returns over time.\n\nConsistently investing in an S&P 500 ETF like VOO is a proven strategy for building wealth in the stock market. This approach eliminates the need for complex portfolio management and enables investors to benefit from broad market exposure. When considering investment advice, it's essential to evaluate potential recommendations carefully. While some investments may yield impressive returns, others may not live up to expectations.\n\nFor those seeking additional guidance, The Motley Fool offers premium services, including Stock Advisor, which has delivered an 852% average return as of November 11, 2026. This significantly outperforms the S&P 500's 208% return. By subscribing to Stock Advisor, investors can access personalized stock recommendations and portfolio guidance, potentially enhancing their investment success.",
  "summary": "Investors could find themselves in the mid-six-figure range.",
  "key_points": [
    "Investing $500/month in VOO since 2010 could yield $460,000 in 20 years",
    "VOO's 12.5% average annual return makes it a reliable money-maker",
    "Consistent S&P 500 ETF investment simplifies building wealth"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}