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Emergency Fund

The stash of cash you keep in the bank for emergencies—like losing your job. If bad stuff happens, your emergency fund pays for important things like rent and food until you get your life sorted out again.

Most experts agree that you should have at least 3–6 months' worth of income in your emergency fund.



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