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Retirement calculator using the 4% rule.

Enter monthly spending and passive income to estimate the portfolio target needed to support retirement.

4% Retirement Calculator

Calculate your retirement target and check your investment strategy.

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Target summary

This tool inflates your annual expenses to retirement age, then multiplies them by 25 based on the 4% rule. It also projects your portfolio from current savings and monthly contributions until retirement.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does this 4% retirement calculator work?

This calculator turns monthly expenses into annual needs, subtracts passive income, then divides the result by a withdrawal rate such as 4 percent to estimate a retirement fund target.

Is the 4% rule always accurate for everyone?

No. The 4% rule is a popular starting guideline. Real needs can still change because of inflation, taxes, investment returns, retirement age, and lifestyle.