In this article, you’ll learn valuable strategies on how to manage your finances during a career change or unexpected shift in your job situation.

From building an emergency fund to reducing expenses, we’ll provide you with practical tips and expert insights that you can apply to your own unique situation.

Whether you’re currently going through a career change or just looking to improve your finances, this article aims to provide you with the tools you need to confidently navigate this challenging time and achieve financial stability.

That’s why we’re here to help! We want to share with you tips and strategies for managing one’s finances during a career change so we can make the most of this time and come out on the other side in a stronger financial position.

However, it’s important to understand that managing finances during this time can be challenging. It can be hard to keep up with bills and expenses, and it can be difficult to know how to make the most of your money during this period of transition.

We know that managing finances during a career change or job loss can be a daunting task, but with the right information and tools, you can navigate this period with confidence.

So let’s get started, and take the first step towards financial stability during a career change ! Let’s jump right into part 1 of this 2 part series.

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BUILDING AN EMERGENCY FUND

One of the most important steps you can take when managing finances during a career change or job loss is building an emergency fund. 

An emergency fund is a savings account that we can use for unexpected expenses: 

• Medical bills 
• Car repairs
• Job Loss
• Plumbing or Electrical Emergencies
• Appliance Repair or Replacement
• Fire
• Flood
• Career Change
• Tornado
• Pet Emergencies and Vet Bills

Why is an emergency fund important during a career change or job loss? Having an emergency fund provides a financial safety net during a time of uncertainty.

It can help us pay for unexpected expenses without having to rely on credit cards or loans, and can give us peace of mind knowing we have a cushion to fall back on.

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HOW TO BUILD AN EMERGENCY FUND

So, how do we build an emergency fund? The key is to start small and make it a consistent habit. There’s a great article that the folks at Securian Financials put together called the 5 Steps To Building an Emergency Fund. The two steps that stood out were:

1. One way is to set up automatic transfers from checking accounts to savings accounts. 
2. Start with small, regular contributions.

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HOW MUCH SHOULD AN EMERGENCY FUND CONTAIN

As for how much an emergency fund contains, it is generally recommended to have three to five months’ worth of living expenses saved up. 

This will give us enough cushion to weather a job loss or an unexpected expense. However, it is important to note that the amount one needs for an emergency fund will depend on one’s individual circumstances, so it’s always a good idea to consult with a financial advisor.

Building an emergency fund is an important step in managing finances during a career change or job loss. It may take some time and effort to build up, but the peace of mind and financial security it provides is well worth it. 

Remember to start small, be consistent and seek the help of a financial advisor.

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REDUCING EXPENSES

Fortunately, there are some strategies we can use to reduce expenses during this time and keep our budget in check. 

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STRATEGIES FOR REDUCING EXPENSES 

First, start by making a budget and tracking our income and expenses. Even if we’re not working, we still need to be aware of how much money we’re bringing in and how much we’re spending. This will help us identify expenses we can cut back on or eliminate completely. Here are a few other rabbit holes on this topic if anyone wants to chase it down more:

• 12 Ways To Cut your Expenses : the one that caught our eye was the FREEZE YOUR credit cards 😲
• 20 Ways to Cut Spending by our favourite money people over at the Motley Fool has us thinking of the ✉️system of budgeting

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TIPS FOR CUTTING BACK ON LUXURY ITEMS

I know, everyone immediately thinks LV bags and Chanel couture outfits whenever the word ‘luxury’ show up 😆 What Is a Luxury Good? Basically it is all the expensive *extra* $tuff in our lives.

We’ll need to take a look at our current expenses and see if there are any *extras* we can reduce or cut out altogether. Try to find ways to eliminate or replace costly services, like gym memberships, cable TV, and other monthly subscriptions. 

25 Items To Cut From Our Budget Right Away has a very comprehensive list we can all have a gander through. I guess no more Liquid Death for us. *reaches for the tap water and the kettle*

Will need to look for cheaper alternatives, such as streaming services, or find ways to use what we already have, such as a library card to borrow books and movies. Yes, Netflix might be on the chopping block.

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HOW TO NEGOTIATE BILLS AND SAVE ON EVERYDAY EXPENSES

If we need to cut back on everyday expenses, we will need to try using coupons, shopping at discount stores, or buying in bulk. One can also negotiate bills and services with current providers. Many companies are willing to lower fees or provide discounts when they know we’re struggling financially. 

This article is an eye opener → 6 Household Bills You Didn’t Know You Could Negotiate, did you know (for all my American readers) that for elective medical procedures, you can ask if the service provide will give you a discount if you pay upfront in cash??

When we need to cut the cost of our services or subscriptions, I guess we can always contact our providers directly. But with our busy lives, who has the time or even the willingness to spend hours on the telephone (yes, talking with an actual person) without any guarantee of obtaining a better deal. Where there’s a need; there’s always an enterprising business person.

That brings us to a list of businesses that offer bill negotiation services, either through an app or a website, that lets consumers like us hire experts to do the work for us. The crew at CNBC compiled a useful list of these businesses → Best Bill Negotiation Services of 2023 – CNBC

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That brings us to the end of part 1 of this 2 part series on Managing Finances During A Career Change. Be sure to subscribe to our email list so you can be the first to read part 2 of this series when it drops next week! Till then bye, stay safe and take care.

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