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Excel’s hidden REGEX and SCAN functions do way more than you expect

REGEX is a smarter version of Excel's FIND function, which works well for basic lookups. However, REGEX handles more complex ...
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If you’re still nesting IFs in Excel, you’re doing it the hard way

First, try revisiting a deeply nested IF formula six months later and making sense of it. Good luck finding the right spot to add another condition without accidentally breaking the entire chain. If ...

Ordinary annuity vs. annuity due: The small difference that affects its value

This seemingly small difference in timing can impact the future value of an annuity because of the time value of money. Money received earlier allows it more time to earn interest, potentially leading ...