Motherhood Moments
JANUARY 18, 2023
An emergency fund is vital regardless of the larger economic climate. Assess your emergency savings today and explore ways to bolster them through possible side hustles or gig work. Generally, you want to aim for an emergency fund of three to six months of expenses. Thanks for reading! Prepare your resume.
Family Balance Sheet
NOVEMBER 5, 2014
Because we wanted to get out of debt as fast as possible, we stopped saving money after we had an emergency fund in place. I focus more on the big picture (saving for a house, vacations, emergency fund, etc.) An emergency fund with 6-8 months’ worth of expenses it. We do it together. FOLLOW THE PLAN!
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Motherhood Moments
MARCH 4, 2023
Instead, you may want to check out thrift stores or buy classic, high-quality items that will last longer. Or, instead of dining out every night, you may opt to cook at home more often. Emergencies do happen, so it's essential to have a savings cushion to fall back on when unexpected expenses pop up. Thanks for reading!
For the Mommas
JANUARY 19, 2016
Although this may be one of the least exciting ways to spend your tax refund, it makes the most sense. Add to Your Emergency Fund. An emergency fund can never have too much money in it. You never know when you may need to fall back on it. If you have an emergency fund to add to, then add to it.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
JULY 4, 2011
, and says, “The big debt clock is over $14 trillion now, but this other one is approaching $1 trillion, and may affect you more directly.&#. Your City or County May Have Free Money For You. Often times, home buyers may not be aware that free money for a down payment on a house is still available for qualified buyers.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
NOVEMBER 12, 2011
Financial Success for Young Adults: Financing a Home Modification – At some point in your life, it may be necessary to modify your home. Money Talks Coaching: Finding Your Emergency Fund – I hear you saying “I know emergency funds are important, but how am I supposed to save money when I can’t even pay my bills?”
Family Balance Sheet
SEPTEMBER 9, 2014
I needed to count on myself and support my son, and that meant getting my financial life in order, starting with building an emergency fund for the first time. Building an emergency fund also helps enormously. I may work on buying another rental property (with cash.) Thanks for interviewing me! Get creative.
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