Lesson 4 of 7

Build room for surprises

Emergency savings are about access and resilience.

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Model an income interruption and a major essential expense. Compare reserve requirements with access to other reliable resources.

Keep your notes privately. You do not need to submit any financial information.

Reflect before moving on

Which assumption mattered most? What would change in your own circumstances? Which source or rule would you need to check before acting?

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