Certified financial planner Tania P. Brown explains the savings buckets method, where you separate money into different categories for each goal. She walks through building sinking funds for predictable expenses, establishing an emergency fund, and setting rules for when to use each bucket. The approach helps you prioritize, stay motivated, and avoid financial surprises.
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Savings buckets
Brown recommends dividing savings into separate buckets for each goal, such as vacation, emergencies, and car repairs, so you can prioritize and avoid dipping into the wrong fund.
Sinking funds are dedicated savings categories for expenses you know are coming, like annual insurance premiums or holiday gifts, so you're not caught off guard.