Net Worth
The total value of all your assets (cash, investments, property) minus all liabilities (loans, mortgages, credit card debt).
Net worth is the single most comprehensive measure of your financial position. It captures everything — bank accounts, investment portfolios, real estate, minus mortgages, student loans, and other debts. Tracking net worth over time is more meaningful than tracking income, because it reflects actual wealth accumulation. A high income with high spending can result in low net worth, while a moderate income with disciplined saving can build substantial wealth. Aim to calculate and record your net worth monthly to spot trends, celebrate milestones, and stay motivated. Assetli aggregates all your accounts, investments, and debts into a real-time net worth dashboard.
Example
Assets: $50,000 in investments + $15,000 in savings + $250,000 home value = $315,000. Liabilities: $180,000 mortgage + $12,000 car loan = $192,000. Net worth: $123,000.
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FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early)
A financial movement focused on aggressive saving and investing (often 50–70% of income) to achieve financial independence and the option to retire decades earlier than traditional retirement age.
Cash Flow
The net amount of money moving in and out of your accounts over a given period — positive when income exceeds expenses, negative when it doesn't.
Savings Rate
The percentage of income saved or invested rather than spent, widely considered the most important factor in building wealth.
Asset Allocation
The strategy of dividing investments among different asset classes — stocks, bonds, real estate, cash — to balance risk and return according to your goals and risk tolerance.