Ninety-nine percent of Buffett's wealth was earned after his 50th birthday.

When Buffett was 52, his net worth was about $376 million. 

Plus, he made about 94% of his wealth after turning 60. 

At 59, he was worth "only" $3.8 billion.

Talk about long-term investment strategies.

Source: Value Walk

My take: this is nothing but power of compounding... the earlier you start, the more you benefit.