Raising investing by just 1% of pay each year could more than double a retirement fund. Hypothetical, but the math is simple. 👇 • 🏁 Start at 5% of pay: $250 a month on a $60,000 salary at age 25 • ⬆️ Add 1% every year, about $50 more per month each step • 🛑 Stop at 15% by age 35 ($750 a month), then hold steady until 65 • 📉 Keep investing 5% forever: about $1.58 million at 65 on $120,000 invested • 📈 Raise 1% every year: about $3.46 million at 65 on $327,000 invested • 💡 The difference: about $1.88 million more from small yearly increases • ⚙️ Many 401(k) plans offer automatic yearly increases, so it can be set once 📲 Follow @profitequationhq for more simple money breakdowns ✅ Grab the free checklist in my bio 💬 DM "ECR" for info on our investing group This content is for educational purposes only and is not financial advice. Past performance does not guarantee future results. All investing involves risk, including the possible loss of principal. Hypothetical example: $60,000 salary held flat, age 25 to 65, 10% annual return compounded monthly, rounded. Not a guarantee. #investor #investingforbeginners #retirementplanning #investingtips #compoundinterest - @profitequationhq