 TITLE: How to Budget for a Family CONTENT: Plan for Emergencies\n--------------------\nFrom turbulence in your career to injuries, life can be unpredictable. It's important to be financially prepared when something comes up. That's why you need to make room for an emergency fund in your budget. This may help you avoid relying on costly financing if you or someone in your family ends up taking an unexpected trip to the hospital or if you get laid off from your job and need a little breathing room before you move into another position.\nNo matter what you ultimately use this money for, having some cash ready for an emergency can make dealing with difficult situations much easier and may even help you save some money on expensive last-minute spending. END