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An emergency fund is directly related to cash as it is often held in that form for liquidity, as noted in [1], and requires periodic rebalancing between cash and other liquid assets to maintain its utility according to [2]. Furthermore, because cash is a depreciating asset, interest-bearing accounts are recommended to preserve the value of an emergency fund as described in [3].
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The Essential Guide to Building an Emergency Fund - RBL Bank rbl.bank.in 1 fact
procedureThe procedure for maintaining an emergency fund involves three steps: (1) reviewing the fund size every 6–12 months, (2) rebalancing between cash and liquid fund portions, and (3) refilling the fund after every withdrawal.
How to build and maintain an emergency fund nixonpeabodytrustcompany.com 1 fact
claimCash is a depreciating asset due to inflation, so earning interest on an emergency fund helps preserve its value over time.
An essential guide to building an emergency fund consumerfinance.gov 1 fact
claimKeeping cash on hand at home or with a trusted person is an option for emergency savings, though it carries the risk of being stolen, lost, or destroyed.