When life throws the unexpected your way, will you be ready or reaching for your credit card? Consumer Investigator Rachel ...

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When you've worked hard to save up an emergency fund, it can be really frustrating when all the money suddenly disappears.

Now is a good time to emergency-proof your finances. It's helpful to have a plan, whether it's for a personal emergency, a hurricane, or a a global economic crisis.

A good goal would be to have $72,000 in an interest-bearing savings account or in multiple staggered short-term CD accounts ...

An emergency fund is crucial for financial stability, ideally covering 3 to 6 months of basic expenses. Discover realistic ...

Central Ohio school districts have been speaking out against the state budget for months now, but a so-called "claw back" ...

We know that having a $1,000 in emergency savings cuts in half the likelihood of a costly retirement loan or early withdrawal ...

However, 37% say they’ve already tapped into their retirement accounts, “including 31% who have taken a loan and 21% who have taken an early and/or hardship withdrawal,” according to the report.

Timing is critical in true emergencies. While building a traditional emergency fund takes months or years of disciplined saving, crowdfunding can potentially raise significant funds within days. Most ...

Dual concerns about layoffs and recessions have made it all the more important to keep a healthy emergency fund. Financial ...

Three to six months of expenses is a good rule of thumb but your goal will vary based on your financial situation.