Strategy7 min read
Beyond Stocks: Track Your Entire Net Worth in One Place
Learn creative ways to model your house, side hustles, rental properties, and other assets for a complete wealth picture.
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Learn about compound interest, investment strategies, and how to grow your wealth over time.
Basics8 min read
What is Compound Interest? The Ultimate Guide for Beginners
Discover how compound interest works and why Einstein allegedly called it the eighth wonder of the world. Learn the formula and see real examples.
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Tips5 min read
The Rule of 72: How to Quickly Calculate Investment Doubling Time
Learn the simple mental math trick that tells you how long it takes to double your money at any interest rate.
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Retirement10 min read
The 4% Rule Explained: How Much Do You Need to Retire?
Understanding the safe withdrawal rate for retirement and how to calculate your FIRE number.
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Basics6 min read
Compound Interest vs Simple Interest: What's the Difference?
A clear comparison of simple and compound interest with examples showing why compound interest leads to exponential growth.
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Strategy7 min read
Why Starting to Invest Young is Your Biggest Financial Advantage
See the dramatic difference time makes with compound interest. Real examples comparing investors who start at 25 vs 35.
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Strategy8 min read
How Inflation Affects Your Investments (And What to Do About It)
Understanding real vs nominal returns and why you need to account for inflation in your financial planning.
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