Compound interest is one of the most useful — and relatively low-effort — tools out there to help people take control of their lives and reach their goals. But what is compound interest and why is it ...

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Compound interest can help turbocharge your savings and investments, or it can quickly lead to an unruly balance, keeping you stuck in a cycle of debt. Its magic can help you earn more — or owe more.

If you really want to prosper in life, achieving a deep understanding of compound interest is essential. A failure to understand compound interest is a primary reason many people fail their New Year’s ...