Baby Step 1

An emergency fund is like a safety net, providing peace of mind during unforeseen circumstances. This money needs to be liquid and accessible in case an expense arises out of the blue. There are many names that an emergency fund can go by, some of which are the following: rainy day fund, savings account, contingency plan, stockpile of cash, stash, or cash reserves, but they all serve the same purpose: to provide relief in the event of a job loss, pay cut or significant unexpected expense. ...