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Decision Cost Comparison

Turn fees, recurring costs, and one plausible failure event into two comparable first-year scenarios.

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Option A
Option B

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What the result means

The ordinary-year total is up-front cost plus twelve monthly costs. The stressful-year total adds the event you entered. The tool does not estimate probability, returns, taxes, inflation, or suitability.

This tool provides general educational decision support. Verify controlling facts with the provider, regulator, qualified professional, or official record that applies to your situation.