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25 Ways to Find Money for Your Emergency Fund

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Now that we’ve paid off six figures of non-mortgage debt , we are working on saving 6 months’ expenses and maybe even more. Consider setting the money aside in a savings account that isn’t immediately accessible and doesn’t have an ATM attached to it This will help to avoid any impulsive non-emergency spending.

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25 Ways to Find Money for Your Emergency Fund

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Being self-employed, we have a higher starter fund on hand and when we pay off our non-mortgage debt, we will save to at least 6 months expenses and maybe even more. Remember this account is specifically for your emergency fund. Become hyper-focused on funding this account. 2 – Decide where to put the money.

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Five Home Renovation Savings Tips

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I found wood frames for my national park posters and a wildlife themed shower curtain at the local thrift stores. They probably use local guys anyway and you can find those yourself with a bit of time and research. What have you done to get your home remodel projects done within budget? The How-To of Savings.

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Our 2018 Financial Goals

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2 – Save $10k in a savings account, specifically earmarked for medical expenses. We blew through our health savings account, and now need to save another $10k so we’re not caught off guard if another emergency were to happen. We’d like to start saving for it in 2018, if possible.