Saving Scenarios

How much do you need to save each month to build real wealth? These video shorts simulate common saving amounts — $500, $1,000, $1,500, and $2,500 per month — invested in diversified portfolios across every historical period going back over a century. Each simulation shows the actual range of outcomes for a given monthly contribution. You’ll see the best-case scenarios where savers hit a roaring bull market, the worst cases where crashes arrived at the wrong time, and the typical outcomes that most savers actually experienced. These shorts answer one of the most common questions in personal finance: “Is what I’m saving enough?” Rather than relying on assumed 7% annual returns, you’ll see what history actually delivered. The results are often more encouraging than people expect — but also highlight how much timing and persistence matter.