A little, often.
Over time.
Explore how contributions and an assumed rate of return change an illustrative investment projection.
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Know the caveats.
This calculator uses a hypothetical constant annual return, compounded monthly. Real mutual fund returns fluctuate and may be negative. This is not a forecast, recommendation or guaranteed result.
Assumes end-of-month contributions and a constant effective monthly rate derived from the annual return selected. Taxes, fees, inflation, market volatility and exit charges are not included.
Numbers are useful.
Context is essential.
Illustration ≠ prediction
Projection examples show what a formula produces under fixed assumptions, not what any mutual fund will actually deliver.
Risk remains
Every fund has risks. Market values change and actual outcomes can diverge significantly from the example.
Costs matter
Expense ratios, applicable charges, taxes and inflation can change real-world outcomes.
