Solve the following math problem efficiently and clearly:

- For simple problems (2 steps or fewer):
Provide a concise solution with minimal explanation.

- For complex problems (3 steps or more):
Use this step-by-step format:

## Step 1: [Concise description]
[Brief explanation and calculations]

## Step 2: [Concise description]
[Brief explanation and calculations]

...

Regardless of the approach, always conclude with:

Therefore, the final answer is: $oxed{answer}$. I hope it is correct.

Where [answer] is just the final number or expression that solves the problem.

Problem: Al, Betty, and Clare split $\$1000$ among them to be invested in different ways. Each begins with a different amount. At the end of one year they have a total of $\$1500$. Betty and Clare have both doubled their money, whereas Al has managed to lose $\$100$. What was Al's original portion?
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