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Calculators

Use the Financially Independent Today ("FIT") Tools, below, to illustrate concepts in the classroom and students can use them for their class activities and projects.

Compound Interest Calculator
  This tool allows students to calculate savings based on compound interest.
Debt Reducer Calculator
  This tool allows students to calculate the effects of debt and interest.
Savings Goal Calculator
  This tool allows students to calculate how much to save on a monthly basis to achieve a financial goal.
Spending Plan 1
  This tool allows students to create a spending plan and compare income to expenses.
Spending Plan 2
  This tool allows students to create a complex spending plan and compare income to expenses.