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title: Bootstrap
description: SmartModels utilities bootstrap function goes effortlessly from par to zero curves and even forward par curves.
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> > ### **SmartModels Utilities: Bootstrap**
> > 
> > Everyone in fixed-income has access to certain yield curve analytics. Whether part of a fixed-income pricing system, bond math engine, or a “garage project” spreadsheet, they’re ubiquitous. Our experience is these are either more work or too simple for what's handy day-to-day.
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> >  Taking 30/360 semi-annual par yields as input, SmartModels Utilities Bootstrap function gets you to zero, forward, or forward par rates with a click of a button:
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> > 1. Go to [SmartModels Utilities](https://www.intuitive-analytics.com/smartmodels-utilities/) and select **Bootstrap** from the dropdown
> > 2. Enter a settlement date, input curve, and output dates 
> > 3. Select your output rate type and *Linear* or *Cubic Spline* interpolation methods
> > 4. Click the **Bootstrap** button 

> >  *BENEFITS*

> > - **Speed** – Delivers just the analysis you need in a quick, easy-to-use interface
> > - **Accuracy** – These yield curve analytics are industry standard and thoroughly tested; no spreadsheet formulas to audit
> > - **Speed again** - Input ranges are set and stored in the interface until the user changes it, saving additional time when data changes and recalculation is necessary
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