I'm trying to set an emergency savings goal for myself. I want to know how much money I should aim to save up as a financial cushion in case of unexpected expenses or loss of income.
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JejuSunshineSoul
Sun Feb 16 2025
Preparing for income shocks is crucial in today's uncertain economic environment.
Andrea
Sat Feb 15 2025
However, it's important to start small and set realistic savings milestones.
Rosalia
Sat Feb 15 2025
Many financial experts recommend maintaining an emergency fund to mitigate the impact of unexpected expenses.
ShadowFox
Sat Feb 15 2025
Your first milestone could be saving $2,500, which would cover one month's worth of expenses if you spend $5,000 per month.
CryptoLegend
Sat Feb 15 2025
The general rule of thumb is to have enough savings to cover 3 to 6 months' worth of living expenses.