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Are you tired of living paycheck to paycheck and constantly worrying about money? I
It’s time to take control of your finances with our proven 7 Baby Steps plan. And the best place to start is with Baby Step One: The Emergency Fund.
Now, I know what you’re thinking. “An emergency fund? That sounds about as exciting as watching paint dry.” But trust me, this little stash of cash is going to be your superhero in disguise when life decides to throw you a curveball. You don’t want to be caught off guard by a flat tire or a sudden illness and end up reaching for that credit card. That’s the road to Debtville, and you do not want to visit there. As you know it gets very depressing at times.
So, how do we get this emergency fund set up?
It’s actually very simple, just save $1,000 as fast as you can. And I mean as fast as you can. This is not the time to be playing it slow and steady. Get your booty in gear and start hustlin’!
Now, you may be thinking, “But I don’t have any extra money to save!”
Oh! Yes you do! Let me help you find it.
Let’s talk about the magic of cutting expenses. Take a look at your spending and see where you can trim the fat.
Do you really need that $5 latte every day?
Or how about all those subscription services you never use?
Do we really need more than one streaming service?
Please get rid of them, my friend! Every little bit helps; besides, you don’t have time to watch TV anyway. Your number one goal is to get out of debt.
If you’re still having trouble coming up with the cash, it’s time to get creative. Can you pick up a side hustle? Sell some of your stuff on eBay or FaceBook MarketPlace? How about renting out a room on Airbnb? How about doing DoorDash or Uber? Pizza Delivery? The possibilities are endless!
Once you have that $1,000 in the bank, you can breathe a sigh of relief and pat yourself on the back.
Congratulations, you just took your first step towards financial freedom!
“But what if I need the money for something else?”
Sorry, my friend, this emergency fund is strictly off-limits unless there’s an emergency. And I mean a real emergency, not just because you really, really want a new pair of shoes.
Now let’s talk about the benefits of having an emergency fund.
First and foremost, it gives you peace of mind. You will no longer have to worry about how you will pay for unexpected expenses. Second, it prevents you from going further into debt. You won’t have to rely on credit cards or loans to cover emergencies. And third, it gives you financial flexibility. You’ll be able to handle unexpected expenses without having to make major changes to your budget.
Here is a question you may be asking, “Where do I keep this emergency fund?” I suggest keeping it in a separate savings account at the same bank. This way, your money will be easily accessible when you need it, and you will be able to transfer it to your checking account at a moment’s notice but remember, it’s essential only to use this money for actual emergencies. Train yourself not to be tempted to dip into it for non-emergency expenses.
We are changing our mindset! We are no longer normal. Normal is broke!
In conclusion, starting with the emergency fund is a crucial step in taking control of your finances. It gives you peace of mind, prevents you from going into debt, and provides financial flexibility. So, get to saving, and start building that new financial muscle today!
And remember, always keep it sassy and have a little fun with it. Money doesn’t have to be boring!
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