Building An Emergency Fund in 2024 | Where to Save? | How Much Do You Need?

An emergency fund is a financial safety net that is essential for unexpected situations, such as natural disasters, job loss, or medical emergencies. It is designed to cover essential expenses when faced with unexpected financial challenges.

In Chennai, for example, where households often experience floods and waterlogging, an emergency fund would be crucial to cover the costs of damages to household appliances and property.

It's important to note that using a credit card as an alternative to an emergency fund is not advisable due to the high interest rates, making it difficult to escape a cycle of debt.

Investing in stocks or mutual funds is not suitable for emergencies, as these assets are intended for long-term goals and can be subject to market volatility. Gold, while an option, is also not ideal due to its volatility and the interest incurred when pledging it.

To determine how much to save for an emergency fund, one should consider their monthly expenses, including rent, food, insurance, school fees, and essential bills. Typically, it's recommended to have:

- 3 months of expenses for those without dependents
- 6 months for those with 1-2 dependents
- 12 months for those with 3-4 dependents

Health insurance is highlighted as even more important than an emergency fund, as it can cover substantial medical expenses, ensuring financial security during challenging times.

When creating an emergency fund, it should meet three key criteria: liquidity (accessible within hours to a day), safety, and stability. The recommended allocation is 30% in cash or a savings bank account and 70% in fixed deposits or liquid funds.

Fixed deposits offer a fixed return and can be broken with a penalty only on the interest, making them a secure option. Liquid funds, though offering flexibility, may not provide fixed returns and could have delays during weekends.

It's advisable to break the emergency fund into smaller chunks to withdraw only what is necessary without breaking the entire investment.

To build an emergency fund from scratch, it's recommended to:

- Pause other investments, like SIPs or stocks
- Cut back on luxury expenses
- Adjust your lifestyle if your income decreases
- Aim to save at least 10% of your income
- Set a target to reach your emergency fund goal, typically 6 months' worth of expenses

It's important to regularly replenish the fund after using it, revisit it annually, and not include it in your net worth calculations. Additionally, risky investments like stocks, mutual funds, or cryptocurrencies should never be considered a substitute for an emergency fund.

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I have 60% of my CTC as an emergency fund deposited in Secure Bonds and FD. The interest I get from the bonds will be redirected to equity which is an added advantage.

It took 3 years for me to create my emergency fund and now I feel comfortable and confident since I also have term, health insurance to support me.

People working in volatile sectors like IT need to have all insurance and emergency funds. ✌️

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