Tag Archives: emergency fund
4 Tips to Stay Frugal When it Counts
Thanks to the economy, frugal is in fashion – and likely to stay that way for the foreseeable future. But is it possible to be too frugal? Where is the line between being thrifty and just plain being cheap? And what … Continue reading
Dealing with Financial Disasters: Ways to Rise Above the Ruins
Your car dies, and the repair will cost more than the Blue Book value. The hot water heater blows up and ruins everything around it. You or a loved one need a medical treatment that’s not covered by your insurance. … Continue reading
Beyond the Bank Account: Other Types of Savings Accounts
When it’s time to spend your money, you know there’s more than one way to get the best deal. But are you as aware of the many options available to you for saving your money? The possibilities go way beyond … Continue reading
Taking Control of Your Finances Part 1: Savings
Few things in life are a one-step process. Getting a degree takes two, four or more years, depending on the degree you’re going for. Achieving your career goals can take years, too. Taking control of your finances is no different; … Continue reading
Five Times When an Emergency Fund Could Save Your Bacon
There’s a reason it’s called “Murphy’s Law” and not just “Murphy’s Probability.” That’s because life rarely goes along as smoothly as we hope, and the idea that something will go wrong is probably the most reliable thing we can all … Continue reading