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52-week savings challenge calculator

The classic challenge saves $1 in week 1, $2 in week 2, and so on, for $1,378. Change the start and step to fit your budget.

Week 1 amount ($)Add each week ($)Number of weeks

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Why do the challenge in reverse?

Starting with the biggest week in January, when motivation is high, makes December (holiday spending) easier.

Can I do it every two weeks?

Yes: set the number of weeks to 26 and double the step.