Although there is a small group of investors who are content to generate income from their portfolios without growing them, most investors would like to see their nest eggs increase over time. There are many ways to grow a portfolio, and the best approach for a given investor will depend upon various factors such as their risk tolerance, time horizon, and the amount of principal that can be invested.

There are several ways to make a portfolio grow in value. Some take more time or have more risk than others. However, there are tried-and-true methods that investors of all stripes have used to grow their money.