Will There Be A Second Wave? 7 Steps to Prepare Your Money (and Your Home)

If there's a second wave, how can you prepare? In this video I give 7 ways we've been preparing both personally and financially, and how you can too. I like to hope for the best, but prepare for the worst. How are you preparing?

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[brianparent]

We bought a half share of a CSA this winter. Every time we go get our share we buy stuff to can. I just finished canning beets, I canned tomatoes last week, etc. We installed a bidet toilet seat, seriously buy one, we bought 40 cheap face cloths that we use instead of paper towel. We purchased surgical masks to have on hand. We have cash on hand and our fully funded emergency fund and a credit on our heating gas account to fill our 500 gallon tank if we should lose our jobs. The whole house generator runs on propane if we experience an outage as is often the case in our rural NH town we will be prepared. I got a part time job to help pay for our additional preparedness. My husband was told that the likelihood that he will be working from home soon so we got broadband internet instead of satellite based internet. A bonus of COVID is that we’ve never spent this much time together, it’s been very good for us. Control what you can control, and be kind to your fellow man.

[granitemoss]

I think, given the tensions in the country right now, it's a good idea to be ready for not only a Cvid shutdown, but possibly sheltering in place in case of severe civil unrest at election time. I think the possibility of that is VERY real and it may be safest to stay home for weeks or months is you're able.

[marinacarter]

I am 22 years old from Australia. I have subscribed for years and love all your videos. You have helped me so much with your money hacks. Thank you Dana <3

[dawna-ba-da-bing]

In California we’ve never gotten out of the first wave. My entire family is considered essential 😅 so we haven’t been affected by any shutdowns. 🙏🏼

[vickieclark]

Great tips. Every time I go grocery shopping I add more food to my pantry. I have never been one to keep much food in the house. My pantry is normally very low with just a few things like pasta and seasonings that I normally use. But right now it is getting pretty full. I'm not sure if we will have a 2nd wave or not, but it does not hurt to make sure that there is plenty of food in the house. Back in March when everything was getting shut down and people were buying everything out, I got very stressed. It was the first time in my life that I ever had a food insecurity. Not because of not having the money for it, but because shelves were getting wiped out. I was afraid that it would be like a third world country where you couldn't find any food. I was afraid I'd starve cause everything was running out. I know that is a bit dramatic, but I did have some negative feelings about everything and had no idea what to expect. We have all seen those movies about stuff like this that has happened. Unfortunately, some of those movies have come true in real life. Like you said, none of us have ever went through something like this before, so who knew what would happen? If there is a 2nd wave, then I will be prepared this time. If there is not one, then I won't have to buy food for a while. LOL. Great video and a great reminder of what may come.

[suedechaneet]

We are now a one car household. My husband and I work together most days at a hospital. We felt guilty for taking 2 car parks at the hospital as much as the total expense of two cars. There are times it takes some negotiation of who gets to drive where, when but not so inconvenient that I want the costs to insure, service, put tyres on an extra car. In fine weather I choose to walk the 3.5 miles to work.

[craigferriter]

For the "Hospital Bag", I would suggest adding a bunch of coins for vending machines. Maybe a roll of quarters and roll of dimes?

[Sheila-ruiu]

You are such a calm and encouraging presence and share information without being critical. Thank you!

[peaceandquiet]

Don't forget extra food for your pets.

[denisearonow]

Still riding the first wave in California.

[laceyswafford]

I love the hospital bag idea! I immediately went and packed one. My husband is high risk and has medical issues, so this will be something I use from now on. Thanks for the tips! Stay safe ❤

[donnawoodford]

From my POV, parents worked from home during the agrarian age or pre-industrial revolution laboring on the farms, engaged in chores for livelihood and survival. Most likely the majority of Americans had spaces within their homes, barns, sheds, etc. in which to do their work and also have care of the children who may not have attended school. Children may have been tutored at home or they learned applicable life skills by working alongside family members. I imagine how families being homebound during harsh winters might have felt. I guess that adapting to the circumstances was a big part of overcoming setbacks or possible depression. I'm thinking to myself: "Be prepared and hope for the best bc the outcome may be better than anyone expected!"⚖️🙏🕊️💚☀️🌈

[rainbowphoenix]

Hi Dana! Great video! Lots of bases covered. As for family togetherness-all the time-be glad they aren’t teenagers!!!! Please pray for me tomorrow-I start remote teaching and I have 50 1st and 2nd graders....

[vixxcottage]

I have always kept a well stocked pantry so have not had a problem. I had 4-5 months of toilet paper and gave some to others. I have 25 pounds of beans, rice, lentils etc...I make my own laundry detergent. I have plenty of soap and dishwashing liquid. Always buy everything on sale. When I get a good deal get several. I would be ok for a while to survive. I eat a whole food plant based diet so like fresh fruits and vegetables but can used canned or frozen if needed.

[AmandaJYoungs]

I am so happy I found your channel. I love your values. Preparing in advance like this makes such good sense. I hadn't thought of having a hospital bag ready, and your idea about working in other people's bedrooms is very good use of space.

[lipglossed]

Good video and practical list. I have made saving up an emergency fund and paying off debt a priority this year and have been slowly stocking up on some extra supplies this summer so I don't have to deal with any panic buying, etc. Make sure you have a plan for when the normal cold/flu season hits soon. I don't think a lot of people are realizing that we will all be expected to stay home more when we are sick with any type of cold/virus this year and not just Covid.

[sjordan]

Considering the economic situation and pandemic, stocking a pantry with sufficient water and food as well as supplies, is essential. Also, purchasing ahead of need, means money will be saved, because the price of food even if available is likely to sky rocket.Organizing important documents to grab if it is necessary to evacuate in a hurry. Keep vehicle gas tanks topped up, have extra oil, oil filters and wipers. There are many Youtube channels on prepping, I like Canadian Prepper, and Alaskan Prepper in particular.

[lizziemcdougall]

Good ideas to consider, especially since they are predicting a second wave. I like the idea of a hospital bag and will start adding to my pantry in case we return to a more restricted quarantine. Many thanks for another great video!

[TheDebtLessCrew]

Good Information! That one about not hoarding and going to store wiping out the shelf is the truth. Having that emergency fund on this second wave is valuable. We don't know how it will affect the job market. Thanks For Sharing.

[fabby]

The last time we were in the ER, we were there for almost a day and the nurses were so nice and made sure that I was eating and send me home to sleep too