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CD Ladder Vs MYGA Non-Qualified Dollars

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CD vs MYGA – After-Tax Comparison
Assumes CD interest taxed annually; MYGA interest taxed at withdrawal.
CD – Ending Value (after tax)
MYGA – Ending Value (after tax)
Total Tax Paid – CD
Total Tax Paid – MYGA
CD After-Tax APY (effective)
MYGA After-Tax CAGR
YearBeg BalInterestTaxEnd Bal
YearBeg BalInterestTaxEnd Bal
This tool is for illustration purposes only. It is not tax, legal, or investment advice. Please consult a qualified professional.
Definitions:
  • Principal: The starting amount you invest (initial deposit).
  • APY: Annual Percentage Yield—total yearly return including compounding.
  • Tax Rate: Your assumed marginal tax rate on interest income.
  • Term: The length of time (years) funds remain invested.
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Most calculators do not automatically include taxes or inflation unless specifically stated.  You can often adjust the interest rate or contribution assumptions to approximate these factors.

Yes, some calculators allow you to choose how interest is compounded (monthly, quarterly, annually, etc.).  This flexibility helps model real-world savings and investment scenarios more accurately.

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