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How to Calculate Your Net Worth

A simple method for listing what you own and what you owe, and why the trend matters more than the number.

365 Wealth Advisory Desk4 min readPublished: To be publishedSample content

List what you own

Bank balances, investments, retirement accounts, property and other assets of meaningful value, recorded at a realistic current value.

List what you owe

Home, car, personal and education loans, plus outstanding credit card balances.

Track the trend

The value of the exercise comes from repeating it. A rising trend over years is a better signal than any single reading.

Key Takeaways

  • Net worth is assets minus liabilities, measured at a point in time.
  • The direction of travel matters more than the absolute figure.
  • Reviewing it annually makes progress visible.
  • Net Worth
  • Financial Habits

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Information published by 365 Wealth is intended for educational and general informational purposes only and should not be considered personalized financial, investment, insurance or tax advice. Individual circumstances differ. Please consult an appropriately qualified professional before making financial decisions.

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