What’s the first thing you picture when you hear people talking about savings accounts? What about when you read about emergency funds? If I’m being totally honest, I often see little snippets of Lord of the Rings in my head. You know that little balding goblin-y fellow (hobbit?) that clutches the precious ring? via GIPHY … [Read more…]
I’ve never watched a single episode of The Walking Dead, but to say the zombie apocalypse thing doesn’t interest me isn’t accurate. I’ve just accepted my role: first eaten. It’s true. I’m not a runner. Ask my high school track coach. Zombie food though I may be, I am a planner by nature, which is … [Read more…]
Could you come up with an extra $500 in an emergency? What about $5000? The statistics about Americans’ inability to cover emergency expenses are sobering, so it’s not surprising that posts calling for emergency funds are everywhere. Peace of mind for the win. And with all the emergency fund hoopla, there’s even been some debate … [Read more…]