Jacob (24) is planning for his retirement at age 65. He wants to have R3million in his account by 65 and plans to save R3000 monthly for 10 years and then increase his savings by 25% from year 11 onwards. He is considering saving at a bank offering 18% pa compounded monthly. Will he meet his target at age 65? Show all your calculations.

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Jacob (24) is planning for his retirement at age 65. He wants to have R3million in his account
by 65 and plans to save R3000 monthly for 10 years and then increase his savings by 25% from
year 11 onwards. He is considering saving at a bank offering 18% pa compounded monthly.
Will he meet his target at age 65? Show all your calculations.
Transcribed Image Text:Jacob (24) is planning for his retirement at age 65. He wants to have R3million in his account by 65 and plans to save R3000 monthly for 10 years and then increase his savings by 25% from year 11 onwards. He is considering saving at a bank offering 18% pa compounded monthly. Will he meet his target at age 65? Show all your calculations.
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