As we start 2026, here is your annual reminder. I know it can be tricky to tell apart large expenses, whether they’re e…
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As we start 2026, here is your annual reminder. I know it can be tricky to tell apart large expenses, whether they’re expected or come out of the blue, and they might all seem urgent. But not every big expense is an emergency. This is why we really focus on planning ahead with a savings account in small increments for things we know are coming up, like a new phone or a holiday. And then, there’s the emergency fund - that’s your backup for the truly unexpected stuff, like a sudden car repair.…
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