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SafetyNet
Financial advisors say 3-6 months of expenses — this calculator shows exactly what that means for you.
The 3-6 month range covers most common emergencies: job loss (average US job search is 3-5 months), medical emergencies, major car/home repairs, or family crises. Single earners, freelancers, and those in volatile industries should aim for 6+ months.
Emergency funds should be liquid (accessible in 1-2 days) and safe (no risk of losing value) — high-yield savings accounts are the standard choice. Don't invest it in stocks or lock it in CDs, even if the returns are tempting.
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Target (6 months of expenses)
$3,500.00 × 6= $21,000.00Current savings
$5,000.00= $5,000.00Gap to fill
$21,000.00 − $5,000.00= $16,000.00Months to save (at 20% of expenses)
$16,000.00 / $700.00= 23 monthsResult
Target fund: $21,000
You need $21,000 for 6 months of expenses. You're $16,000 short — saving 20% of expenses, that takes about 23 months.