Category Archives: Emergency Funds

Budgeting, Emergency Funds, Financial Planning · January 29, 2026

My Big Pet Peeve

Most American households have a furry friend or two (or more) in the family. Around two-thirds of households report having a pet. I have no problem with that; I appreciate what joy and connection pets can provide. What I do…

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Car Insurance, Credit & Debt, Emergency Funds, Health Insurance, Insurance, Saving · January 22, 2026

How to Make the Most of Your Tax Refund

You may have a welcome surprise when you file your federal tax return for the 2025 tax year: a refund, even if you don’t typically get one, or a bigger refund if you tend to overpay your taxes and get…

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Emergency Funds, IRAs/401(k)s, Roth Accounts · December 31, 2025

3 Money Moves to Kick-Off 2026

I am sending big, heartfelt wishes that the coming year brings you health and (more) happiness. And the time to spend with those you love. That is what matters most.

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Emergency Funds · December 24, 2025

The Top Financial Goal for a Secure Future

As we welcome Christmas and move through the heart of the holiday season, I am sending you the biggest wishes for happiness and health.

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Emergency Funds, Investing, Podcast · November 8, 2025

Podcast Episode – The Greatest Financial Lesson of Life

For this Suze School, Suze explains why it’s so important to be prepared, financially, for the what-ifs of life.

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Emergency Funds · September 24, 2025

Improve Your Financial Well-Being with an Emergency Fund

You know I am passionate about how important it is to build an emergency savings fund. It is not just a vital financial move; it is a quality-of-life move as well.

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Emergency Funds · April 23, 2025

Don’t Just Worry About a Recession. Prepare.

The economic fallout from a change in U.S. tariffs on imported goods and services has already sent stock values tumbling, caused turmoil in the bond market, and pushed down the value of the U.S.

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Emergency Funds, Stocks/Bonds/ETFs · April 2, 2025

Don’t Let Fear Make Financial Decisions for You

We certainly live in unsettling times right now. In mid-March, the U.S. stock market dropped 10% from its most recent high, which is technically a correction.

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Emergency Funds, Investing, Retirement · March 15, 2025

Podcast Episode – Suze School: Don’t Let Fear Make Financial Decisions For You

How do you feel when it comes to the economy? On this episode, Suze responds to the fears you’ve been sharing with her and tells you what you need to do now, to prepare yourself for the future.

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