Your Money Plan
Your "Fix My Finances" Starter Plan: 7 Steps to Take This Week
Most financial advice assumes you already have a plan. This one assumes you're starting from stress. Seven steps, this week, to get traction.
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The 6-Month Emergency Fund: How to Build It While Paying Off Debt
The classic advice is to stop everything and build a full emergency fund before touching debt. That's not always the right call. Here's a more practical approach.
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What Is a High-Yield Savings Account and Where Can You Open One?
Your emergency fund shouldn't earn next to nothing. Here's what a high-yield savings account actually is and how to find a good one.
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How to Save $1,000 Fast (Even on a Tight Budget)
A $1,000 cash cushion stops a rough week from becoming a debt spiral. Here's a realistic 8-week plan to build it — even if the budget already feels stretched.
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The Emergency Fund: How Much Do You Actually Need?
The 'three to six months' rule is a starting point, not an answer. The right emergency fund size depends on your income stability, household size, and whether you're also carrying debt.