How do I use the investment calculator?

The Investment Calculator can be used to calculate a specific parameter for an investment plan. The tabs represent the desired parameter to be found. For example, to calculate the return rate needed to reach an investment goal with particular inputs, click the 'Return Rate' tab. Investing is the act of using money to make more money.

How do you calculate return on investment?

You can calculate the return on your investment by subtracting the initial amount of money that you put in from the final value of your financial investment. Then you would divide this total by the cost of the investment and multiply that by 100.

How does the investment growth calculator work?

By default, this calculator assumes that you’re making your contributions at the end of whatever cadence you decide to contribute. For example, if you make monthly contributions, our calculator factors your investment growth based on deposits at the end of each month. But waiting even that small amount of time can cost you big over time.