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Emergency Savings Can Help You Through Tough TimesAn emergency fund is essential for dealing with sudden expenses in your life, such as a broken refrigerator, a medical necessity, or a job loss. But what happens if you’ve had to drain the money you had previously saved? |
Getting Married? It’s Time To Talk About Financial Goals and NeedsCongratulations, you’ve found the perfect person and you’re going to get married. Since marriage is a partnership where planning needs to be a team effort, it’s important to talk about finances and to start looking ahead well before your wedding day. |
Retirement: How Much Money Will You Need?How much money will you need when you retire? There is no magic number, but many experts suggest that somewhere in the range of 60% to 80% of your working income is a good target to aim for. |