How much do I need in my Emergency Fund Homepage › Forums › Saving › How much do I need in my Emergency Fund This topic has 2 replies, 3 voices, and was last updated 1 month, 2 weeks ago by 1000. Viewing 3 posts - 1 through 3 (of 3 total) Author Posts October 14, 2020 at 7:04 pm #3299 1002Participant What amount of money do I need for my Emergency Fund January 5, 2021 at 2:48 pm #4645 1019Participant I would be very interested in understanding what the amount I should have in an emergency fund account. January 20, 2021 at 6:27 pm #4731 1000Participant Steve Down recommends having $1000 in cash on hand. Then try to accumulate up to 6 months of savings for emergencies. Author Posts Viewing 3 posts - 1 through 3 (of 3 total) You must be logged in to reply to this topic. Log In Username: Password: Keep me signed in Enter something special: Log In