emergency fund
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The ‘Super Saver’ Habits That Will Help You Stay On Top of Your Finances
Are you someone who constantly struggles to save money and isn’t sure what you should be doing? A survey from October 2021 offers some insights into the habits of “super savers,” who are defined by their ability to sock away 90% of the contribution maximum for their super fund (or alternatively, at least 15% of…
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What’s The Biggest Money Lesson You Learned In 2019?
Maybe you’ve already started to reflect on where 2019 has taken you, and what you want to focus on in 2020. You’re planning a trip, or figuring out how to get back to the gym regularly, or thinking of starting a hobby. But have you thought about your money?
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$2,500 Is Your New Emergency Savings Goal
If saving up three to six months of expenses in an emergency fund feels like advice that’s wise but nearly impossible to achieve, there’s growing evidence that you don’t need quite that much money stashed away to cushion you from financial emergencies. $2,500 may be enough to get you started.
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How To Financially Plan For Having Kids
If you’ve ever thought about having kids, I’m sure nothing you read and no one you talked to about it promised you it would be cheap. Quick reminder: It costs an estimated $300,000 to raise a child through age 17, according to Finder.