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Emergency funds: The basics

Updated: March 24 2021,
Author: Voya Financial
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Emergency funds: The basics

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Are you prepared for unexpected expenses? 

You’ve heard it time and again: It’s important to set aside three to six months’ expenses for an emergency fund. Easier said than done, right? If you have a lot of debt, live on a fixed income or have unpredictable expenses, putting aside that much money can seem nearly impossible. The good news is you don’t have to do it all at once — even a little money in savings can go a long way. 

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Personal Finance