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25 Ways to Find Money for Your Emergency Fund

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Personally, I think a starter fund should be $2000-$3000. Are you paying too much for home/auto insurance, cable, internet, cell? 15 – Have a yard sale. Yard sales take some work, but you can declutter your house and make some cash in the same weekend. Related Reading: 7 Tips for a Successful Yard Sale.

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25 Ways to Find Money for Your Emergency Fund

Family Balance Sheet

Personally, I think a starter fund should be $2000-$3000. Are you paying too much for home/auto insurance, cable, internet? 13 – Have a yard sale. Yard sales take some work, but you can declutter your house and make some cash in the same weekend. Here are my 7 Tips for a Successful Yard Sale.