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Future Value Calculator

Find the future value of a present sum plus optional recurring deposits, given a rate and time. Useful for savings goals, bonds, or any time-value-of-money question.

Estimates only. This tool is provided for educational purposes and is not financial advice. It models the figures you enter — it does not know your credit terms, local taxes, or fees. Talk to a licensed adviser before making a decision.

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How to use the Future Value Calculator

  1. Enter the Present value.
  2. Enter any Recurring deposit per period.
  3. Enter the Annual interest rate and Years.
  4. Pick Compounding / deposits per year.
  5. Read the future value.

Worked example

$1,000 today plus $200 a month at 6% for 10 years (compounded monthly).

  • Present value: $1,000; Recurring deposit: $200/mo; Rate: 6%; Years: 10

Future value: $34,595 — the gap over your deposits is pure compounded interest.

What is future value?

Future value (FV) is what a sum of money today is worth at a future date, given a rate of return. It's the core time-value-of-money concept behind savings, bonds, and retirement math.

FV = PV(1+r/n)nt + PMT × [((1+r/n)nt − 1) / (r/n)]

Frequently asked questions

What if I make deposits at the start of each period?

This uses end-of-period deposits (ordinary annuity). Start-of-period would be slightly higher — multiply the deposit term by (1+r/n).

Can the rate be negative?

Mathematically yes, but for planning use a realistic non-negative expected return.

Where is this used?

Savings goals, bond pricing, lease vs buy, and any 'what will X be worth' question.

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