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An emergency fund is an important cornerstone of any financial plan. Most experts recommend having at least three to six months of expenses in an emergency fund to cover all the "expected unexpected" ...

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In this tough economy, it can be challenging to just set money aside for items needed daily, so saving money for anything more than the basics can feel impossible — especially around the holiday ...