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Dave Ramsey Investment Calculator

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Track compound growth with 25%x4 fund allocation. Project retirement savings, debt-free timelines & visualize financial freedom.

What is It?

The Dave Ramsey Investment Calculator is a digital tool implementing the renowned financial expert’s “25% Allocation Method” for wealth building. It helps users:

  • Project long-term investment growth with compound interest
  • Visualize debt-free timelines using the “Debt Snowball” principle
  • Automatically allocate funds across 4 mutual fund categories
  • Calculate retirement savings based on 15% income investment rule

How to Use

  1. Set Parameters:

    • Enter initial investment (e.g. $1,000 emergency fund)
    • Input monthly contribution (recommended 15% of income)
    • Select time horizon (7+ years for optimal growth)

  2. Automatic Allocation:

    • 25% Growth Funds
    • 25% Growth & Income Funds
    • 25% Aggressive Growth Funds
    • 25% International Funds

  3. Review Results:

    • Projected value adjusts in real-time
    • Doughnut chart shows contribution vs growth
    • Mobile-responsive display

FAQs

Q: Why 25% allocation for each category?
A: Dave Ramsey’s research shows this diversification balances risk while capturing market growth.

Q: How accurate are the projections?
A: Uses historical 10-12% return rates with conservative 2% inflation adjustment.

Q: Can I change the allocation percentages?
A: The calculator enforces Ramsey’s recommended ratios for optimal results.

Q: Is cryptocurrency included?
A: No. Per Ramsey’s principles, only IRS-approved mutual funds are considered.

Terminology

  • Debt Snowball: Ramsey’s method of paying smallest debts first
  • Baby Step 4: The stage where 15% income investing begins
  • Compound Growth: Earnings generating their own earnings over time
  • Load Funds: Front-end fee mutual funds (not recommended)
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