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EPISODE · Sep 23, 2025 · 28 MIN

103. Floods, Flat Tires & Vet Bills: Why You Need an E-Fund

from Latina Financial Education, Investing & Wealth Building: MoneyChisme · host Violeta Sandoval

Share Your Thoughts!How my emergency fund saved me during a rental property flood, unexpected RV tire blowout, and one of the hardest moments of my life: putting my dog of 12 years to sleep.I unpack the difference between savings vs emergency fund, why we feel guilty spending money we “worked so hard to save,” and how that fund is not meant to just sit there. Plus I share a few tips:Why your emergency fund isn’t just for showHow to start one without overwhelmThe must-have emergency fund for rental property ownersThe mindset shift first-gen Latinas need around saving and spendingSupport the showSign Up for the MoneyChisme & Raíces NewsletterResources:Start Investing with M1Finance or FidelityFinance Books to Start Your JourneyOpen a High Yields AccountSupport/Apoya MoneyChismeDisclaimer: I’m not a financial advisor. The information contained in this video is for entertainment purposes only. Please consult a licensed professional before making any financial decisions. I shall not be held liable for any losses you may incur for information provided in this video. Please be careful! This video is for general information purposes only and is not financial advice.*Affiliate links: I may earn a small commission when you click on the links at no additional cost to you. This helps me provide you with free content, like this podcast! You can read my full disclaimer here: MoneyChisme Affiliate Links and Paid Advertisers Disclosure.

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Share Your Thoughts! How my emergency fund saved me during a rental property flood, unexpected RV tire blowout, and one of the hardest moments of my life: putting my dog of 12 years to sleep. I unpack the difference between savings vs emergency fund, why we feel guilty spending money we “worked so hard to save,” and how that fund is not meant to just sit there. Plus I share a few tips: Why your emergency fund isn’t just for showHow to start one without overwhelmThe must-have emergency f...

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