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General
Emergency Fund
Money set aside specifically for unexpected expenses such as medical bills, car repairs, or job loss. Financial experts recommend keeping three to six months' worth of living expenses in an easily accessible savings account as your emergency fund.
Usage Examples
"Having an emergency fund of R15,000 saved me from taking out a payday loan when my car broke down."
"Start building your emergency fund with as little as R500 per month — consistency matters more than the amount."
"An emergency fund is your first line of defence against falling into a debt trap."