Most of us know that money does not define happiness. However, the way it’s managed – matters. Money can certainly provide a bridge to things like home ownership, retirement, higher education, financial security, healthy living, and an overall feeling of satisfaction. If invested right, it can empower your future, as well as those around you – and more commonly, those that come after you.
I think at some point in life, a lot of us will imagine having a million bucks or more lying around. Whether or not it’s a wish or already a reality, it may be easy to ask – should I spend it and just enjoy life, invest it in the future, or spend just some of it?
This simulation offers a fun and eye-opening way to see how powerful investing can be. Whether you save it all – or just invest a portion, this highlights the long-term difference between spending money now versus letting it grow. Even modest investment strategies can yield massive results over time, especially when compounded with consistent contributions. It’s a creative reality check for anyone tempted to splurge a windfall instead of planting it for the future.
Adjust the calculator below, or submit the form as-is and see what a million bucks can do for your future.
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