An emergency fund is not optional. It is the foundation everything else sits on. Three to six months of your essential living expenses. Sitting in a savings account. Untouched.

  • Medical bill? Emergency fund covers it.
  • Job loss? Emergency fund buys you time.
  • Car breaks down? Emergency fund keeps you moving.
  • Step 1: Calculate your monthly essentials.
  • Step 2: Multiply by 3. That is your minimum target.
  • Step 3: Open a separate savings account labeled Emergency Fund.
  • Step 4: Auto-transfer a fixed amount every payday until full.

Use the free Emergency Fund Calculator at wealthinsights.co.ke/tools