Ask any financial advisor and they will say you ought to have a rainy day fund. You should put aside money for emergencies and unforeseen circumstances. Medical emergencies, job loss and natural disasters are just some of the causes to dip into that sacred account.
If you can afford it, you will probably also be advised to have a savings account for the future. These funds are critical for your children’s education, retirement and important milestones and expenses.
Certainly, your emergency and savings accounts will give you some peace of mind. But, is it guaranteed to always be there? Will it be enough? Can we ever predict what might occur in our lives and in the world around us?
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