Simple Mode

What it is: Money you have now.

Why it matters: A bigger starting amount grows for longer.

Example: $0

What it is: How often you add money.

Why it matters: Weekly means more deposits each year.

Example: Monthly

What it is: Money added each period.

Why it matters: Regular contributions strongly affect final value.

Example: $500

What it is: How long you keep investing.

Why it matters: More years give compounding more time.

Example: 10

What it is: How aggressive the portfolio mix is.

Why it matters: Higher risk can grow more but swing more.

Example: 3