MyRunway Blog
Practical articles on forecasting, budgeting, retirement planning, and scenario analysis — so you can make better financial decisions with real numbers.
The "3-6 months of expenses" rule is a starting point, not an answer. Here's how to calculate an emergency fund size based on your actual job stability, dependents, and expenses — and where that money should sit.
Read articleA 1% annual fee sounds small. Over 20-30 years it can consume a quarter of your total investment returns. Here's the math on why fees matter so much more than they appear to — and how to check what you're actually paying.
Read articleIndex funds are the simplest, lowest-cost way to invest for the long term — but only if you understand why they work and resist the urge to tinker. Here's a practical starting guide and how to model the long-term results.
Read articleBudget trackers tell you what you spent last month. Financial forecasting tools tell you where you'll be in 10 years. Most people need both — but for different reasons. Here's how to use each effectively.
Read articleWhat happens to your finances if you change jobs, buy a house, or start a business? Financial scenario planning lets you model the real impact of any major decision before you commit.
Read articleManaging money across multiple countries and currencies is genuinely complex. This guide covers how to track a multi-currency portfolio accurately — without losing money to conversion artifacts or hidden fees.
Read articleMost retirement planning advice is vague. This guide shows you a concrete method — using income, expenses, investment growth, and pension — to find the exact age you can afford to retire. No guesswork.
Read articleMost people have no idea where their finances will be in 10 years. Here's a step-by-step method to build a real financial forecast — with compound interest, inflation, and scenario planning — so you stop guessing and start knowing.
Read articleMyRunway builds a month-by-month forecast of your complete financial picture — free to start.
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