What fees are really costing you

How a 1% fee can erase 20% of your returns

You made a smart move. You’re investing.

But here’s the twist: every time you buy, sell or hold something, someone might be skimming a little off the top.

It doesn’t feel like much. A 1% annual fee. A small trading commission. A hidden spread between buy and sell prices. But these tiny costs don’t stay tiny. They compound.

Over 20 years, a 1% yearly fee can eat away more than 20% of your total returns.

The drain isn’t obvious. But it’s real.

This Skill helps you spot where fees hide, how they’re structured, and what to do about them.

Because the more friction you remove, the more your money can actually grow.

And it’s not about going zero-cost at all costs. It’s about knowing what you’re paying for, and when it’s worth it. Because sometimes, paying less isn’t just cheaper. It’s smarter.

Here’s how to spot, compare and cut the hidden costs.