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Layoffs, inflation, and rising costs are rewriting the rules of emergency savings. In this episode, Jess & Brandon break down why the old "3-month cushion" no longer cuts it—and what you actually need instead.

You’ll learn:

• Why experts now recommend a 12-month emergency fund
• How to separate wants vs. needs when calculating your savings target
• Why investments ≠ emergency savings (and what to do instead)
• 5 practical strategies to build your fund faster—without burnout
• How to turn a daunting goal into doable milestones

Whether you're starting from scratch or leveling up, this episode gives you a clear, no-fluff plan to create real financial security in uncertain times.

Listen now and take the first step toward peace of mind and real financial freedom.

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Money, relationships, and the mindset to master both. Hosted by financial advisor Brandon and his wife Jessica, The Sugar Daddy Podcast breaks down how to build wealth, unpack old money beliefs, and have real conversations about love and finances. Their mission? To help couples and individuals grow rich in every sense of the word: emotionally, relationally and fina...