My Widowed Life

Preparing for the Unexpected: Building an Emergency Fund as a Widow/er (Ep. 9)


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Are you prepared with a designated emergency fund? As a surviving spouse with responsibilities for both yourself and possibly your children, having a reliable safety net can make a world of difference.

In this episode, Palma speaks with Richard Dri, a wealth advisor for the widowed community, to discuss how much you should be saving for an emergency fund, best practices for saving, and the importance of reassessing the fund during major life changes. They also discuss navigating the world of dating, and how  Richard turned to a popular dating app when he was ready for companionship after the loss of his wife. 

Join Palma as she chats with Richard about:

  • The significance of having an emergency fund for financial stability and peace of mind
  • Important first steps for preparing an emergency fund
  • How widows can navigate a single-income family dynamic on their own
  • And more
  • Resource:

    • Securing Your Future: Practical Budgeting Tips for Widows and Widowers (Ep. 6)

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