Personal Finance Blog

Is it a good time to buy a home in the Metro Atlanta real estate market?

I caught up with Teri Khimani, my realtor, to discuss the real estate market in general, and also deep dive in the Metro Atlanta market, particularly through the lens of the current Covid-19 situation.

Future Value Function in Excel

The Future Value Function will give you the answer to the future value on investment. Compound interest is interest on interest vs. simple interest that interest only on the principal.

The Rule of 72 answers "When will my investment double?"

The rule of 72 is an easy way to determine when will my investment will double at a given interest rate. Divide 72 by the annual rate of return.

Use What-If Analysis with Data Tables in Excel

Calculate multiple results by using a data table in Excel.

Excel Loan Amortization for new car, new house, or refinance

Use Excel to create a loan amortization schedule. This is table to that shows each periodic payment on an amortizing loan (typically a mortgage or car loan).