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David Bach, "The Automatic Millionaire"

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  1. what ratio of… · finance-light

    What ratio of income should you save?

    The widely-cited savings benchmark is 20% of gross income (Elizabeth Warren's 50/30/20 rule). Conservative target: 15-25%. Aggressive (FIRE movement): 50-70%. The honest number: whatever leaves you with 1 month of expenses in emergency fund within 12 months. Variance is normal.

    Why we cite it here: "Pay yourself first" 10-15% framework + automation techniques

  2. how long does… · finance-light

    How long does it take to build an emergency fund?

    Building a 3-6 month emergency fund typically takes 12-24 months at average savings rates. Starter $1,000 emergency fund: 1-3 months for median household. Full 6-month expenses: 18-36 months on 10-15% savings rate. Aggressive 50% savings rate: full fund in 5-8 months.

    Why we cite it here: Pay-yourself-first framework + automated savings methodology

  3. what is… · finance-light

    What is a sinking fund?

    A sinking fund is money set aside a little at a time toward a specific, known, future expense — so the cost is pre-funded instead of arriving as a shock. Total cost divided by months until due is the monthly amount.

    Why we cite it here: Reference on automating set-aside savings (pay-yourself-first)

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