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CD Calculator

Calculate the future value and interest earned on a certificate of deposit.

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Value at maturity

$10,500

Interest earned

$500

Projection

What is cd?

A certificate of deposit (CD) is a time deposit that pays a fixed interest rate for a set term. This calculator estimates the value at maturity.

Example

A $10,000 12-month CD at 5% APY earns $500 in interest, maturing at $10,500.

Money-saving tips

  • Lock in rates when they are high — CDs guarantee the rate for the term.
  • Consider a CD ladder to balance rate locks with liquidity.
  • Early withdrawal penalties can wipe out interest — only commit money you won't need.

Common mistakes

  • Breaking a CD early and losing months of interest to penalties.

Financial definitions

CD
Certificate of Deposit — a time deposit with a fixed term and rate.
CD ladder
A strategy of buying CDs with staggered maturity dates for liquidity and rate diversification.

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