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Everything You Need to Know About Emergency Funds

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If you’ve ever had to pull out a credit card to deal with a dentist or emergency vet bill, you likely know the pain of wondering how you’ll pay for an unexpected expense. If you have dependents, heavy debt or access to other funds, like a partner’s salary or unemployment insurance, the amount you need to save will vary.

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Answering Reader Mail: Can an EA salary support a family?

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I believe you can raise a family on an EA salary whether alone or with a significant other. Emergency funds are for when you lose your job, want to switch jobs, have to buy a car, unforeseen medical bills, or anything urgent that you need. If you must use your credit card, pay it off at the end of the month and don't pay interest.

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