If your emergency savings fund is looking a little sad these days – or worse, is non-existent – it’s time to get creative. After you’ve made as many cuts to regular bills and expenses as you can to free up cash for your savings, the next step is to increase the income side of the equation? Don’t have time for a second job? Don’t worry – there are plenty of unusual ways to earn cash without taking on another job.
Posts Tagged ‘emergency fund’
6 Weird Ways to Boost Your Emergency Fund
September 27, 2011Personal Finance for Beginners
April 18, 2011When you take that first leap toward financial independence, it can be rather overwhelming. People start throwing abbreviations at you like FICO and IRA, and you may often be left scratching your head. Don’t worry! With these five easy steps, you’ll be well on your way to financial success.
What You Can Learn from Unemployment
April 14, 2011Any period of unemployment is tough. You’re not sure how long it will be until you find another job or how much you will make when you do. You’re following your finances closer than ever before. But once you get out of the woods, you may find that there are many lessons you learned that you can carry over to the good times too. They can make any future bouts of unemployment less stressful and even make you richer in the long run.
Building a Financial Foundation to Help Weather Life’s Storms
January 18, 2011You’ve probably seen recent headlines like, “More Snow Storms Expected to Hit Parts of the U.S.” Life can be unusual and unpredictable, just like our weather! An emergency fund, such as a savings account, can be a financial foundation that may help to “support” you during the “storms” of life. These may include unexpected job layoffs or medical costs. Certified Financial Planner, Heidi Davis, explains the importance of an emergency fund and how it may save you one day.
5 Dangerous Money Pitfalls to Avoid
June 29, 2010Whether you’re ignoring major savings on your largest bill or you’re neglecting to sock money away for a rainy day, you’re putting yourself and your finances at risk. Keep your costs manageable – now and in the future – by avoiding these five common money mistakes.
3 Major Money Mistakes that Can Cost You
February 10, 2010Everyone makes mistakes, or so my mother tells me. But when it comes to making mistakes with your money, it can cost you. Avoid expensive mishaps by being in the know, particularly when it comes to your credit score, home loan and rainy day fund: Ignoring Your Credit Score Your credit score has never been [...]
New Year Resolution #1: Financial Fitness in 2009
January 7, 2009Worried about the economy? Been hoarding all your pennies lately? You’re not alone. Heck, even the US federal budget is looking a little hefty these days and might topple the scales at nearly $1.2 trillion next year. If you’re not sure where to start, Quizzle has you covered. Take a deep breath and we’ll make [...]
