This calculator requires the use of Javascript enabled and capable browsers. This script estimates by using the Rule of 72s how long it takes to double your investment at a given coumpound interest rate. The formula is 72 / Rate = Number of Years to Double your Investment. Enter the investment rate of return (interest rate) as a whole number. For instance 5 is equal to 5% but 5.5 is equal to 5 and a half percent; it is legitmate. Click on Calculate and see the estimated number of years required to double your investment. You may click on Clear Values and do another.