Here’s how the Rule of 72 works: Divide 72 by your expected annual interest rate (as a percentage, not a decimal). The answer is roughly the number of years it will take for your money to double. For ...

The Rule of 72 is an easy way to calculate how long it will take your investment to double in value. Here's how it works.

Growing up, I never really understood why my grandparents became so obsessive about money, how much they saved, and how much they were worth, but it was clear they were quite obsessed with money. Now, ...

HAMPTON ROADS, VA—To prepare for retirement, broker Michael "Scott" Forehand of the Forehand Agency suggests making smart financial choices now. W-2 employees can save up to $1,800 a year by using ...

Alas, we must all follow the rule of the shrinking dollar once we hit retirement. Here's how to hold onto your hard-earned ...