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Time Value of Money
Opportunity Cost Calculator

What Does That Money Really Cost?

Every dollar taken out of your compounding engine has a true cost far beyond its face value. See exactly what you're giving up — not just today, but over time.

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The dollars leaving your compounding engine
7.00%
%
What it would have earned if left invested
20 yrs
How long it would have compounded
Your Opportunity Cost Breakdown
Amount Withdrawn
$80,000
Dollars taken out today
Future Value
$309,788
What it would have grown to
True Opportunity Cost
$229,788
Growth sacrificed
Growth multiple
$80,000 today → $309,788 in 20 yrs
Year-by-Year Growth
The Real Picture
Taking $80,000 out today doesn't just cost you $80,000 — it costs you $309,788 in 20 years. That's a $229,788 decision.