How to Calculate Bond Yield: Current Yield, YTM, and Yield to Call Explained
Master the three main bond yield calculations: current yield, yield to maturity, and yield to call. With formulas, examples, and a comparison table for investors.
#investing
7 articles with this tag
Dividend Reinvestment: How DRIP Compounds Your Returns Over Decades
See the math behind dividend reinvestment (DRIP). Learn how reinvested dividends accelerate compound growth, compare DRIP vs cash dividends, and estimate your future portfolio.
How Inflation Silently Erodes Your Savings (And How to Fight Back)
Understand how inflation reduces purchasing power, see the real cost on savings accounts, and learn strategies to protect your money from losing value over time.
401(k) Contribution Strategy: A Practical Order of Operations for 2026
A practical 401(k) contribution framework for 2026: current IRS limits, employer match, Roth vs traditional decisions, and how to increase contributions without guessing.
Roth vs Traditional IRA: The Tax-Rate Decision Behind the Choice
A practical Roth vs Traditional IRA guide for 2026: contribution limits, income phaseouts, deduction rules, and how to decide based on your future tax picture.
Retirement Savings Benchmarks: How Much Should You Have by Age?
See how your retirement savings compare to recommended benchmarks by age. Learn the 1x-10x salary rule and what to do if you're behind on retirement.
How Compound Interest Works: Formula, Assumptions, and Better Forecasts
A practical guide to compound interest: the standard formula, what changes the result, how APY fits in, and where rough projections can mislead you.