About Financial Planning: Prepare for the Unexpected With an Emergency Fund

Financial Planning In the Spotlight | More Topics |   from Jeremy Vohwinkle In these uncertain times, having money set aside in the event of an emergency is important. A sudden job loss, medical emergency, or unexpected home repair can create a stressful situation if there isn't enough money in the bank. When you don't have the funds set aside, you'll typically have to either cut things out of your budget, use credit cards, or borrow money from friends or family -- all of which can be tough situations. Learn how you can begin building that financial safety net.   In the Spotlight Prepare for the Unexpected With an Emergency Fund Life is full of surprises, but what will you rely on if you encounter an unexpected financial crisis? It could be a job loss, illness, an accident, or a number...read more              More Topics Financial Planning Forums College Savings Tax Planning Insurance Financial Tools How FDIC Works How to Find a Financial Planner Create an Automatic Savings Plan Do you have a savings account, yet find it difficult to find money to deposit into it? This isn't an uncommon problem and most people find it hard to save. Generally when you receive income it is either directly deposited into your checking account or you go to the bank to...read more   Learn How to Make the Most of Your Savings Where is the best place to stash your cash? Under your mattress? In a cookie jar? Your checking account? Savings account? Certificate of Deposit? With so many choices, it's easy...read more     Sponsored Links   Best Moves in a Bad Economy Save & Invest the Right Way Find out how to beat a bear market, make smart choices, and keep your cool even when the economy is unpredictable. Financial Planning Ads PC Financial Financial Review CFP Financial Freedom Financial Brokers Advertisement     Visit Related About GuideSites: Search About      Sign up for more free newsletters on favorite topics. You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Financial Planning newsletter as lemmetry@GMAIL.COM. If you wish to change or remove your email address, please visit: http://www.about.com/nl/usgs.htm?nl=financialplan&e=lemmetry@GMAIL.COM About respects your privacy. Our Privacy Policy. Our Contact Information. 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2008 About, Inc.