Why Your “Emergency” Credit Card is a Trap (and What to Use Instead)

In this post I talk about why the “emergency” credit card is a financial trap and share my experience of destroying a new MacBook with a coffee spill. I discuss using insurance riders as a cheaper alternative to debt and how to protect your assets without sacrificing your peace of mind.

Why a credit card is a poor emergency fund.

Using credit cards as emergency funds is not a reliable option since it can lead to a false sense of security and neglect saving for emergencies. Building and maintaining a dedicated emergency fund in cash is crucial for financial stability during tough times. Here are five tips to start building your emergency fund: set a goal, create a budget, automate savings, start small, and avoid temptation.

How to Create a Budget and Stick to it.

When it comes to budgeting, you often hear me say, “A budget is you telling your money what you want it to do.” It is a plan for how you will spend your money each month. It can help you track your income and expenses, save money, and reach your financial goals. It is aContinue reading “How to Create a Budget and Stick to it.”