Liquidity Health Check

Estimate how many months you could cover your core expenses using liquid savings alone. This tool helps you see your emergency cushion and how it compares to your target.

Tip: Include only expenses you would still need to cover during a disruption.
Important: This check is an educational estimate, not formal financial advice. It highlights how your savings relate to your expenses and chosen targets so you can decide what to adjust.

Understanding your liquidity health

Key ideas

  • Core expenses: Fixed + variable + debt payments you’d still need to cover.
  • Liquidity cushion: Months of core expenses covered by liquid savings.
  • Target months: Your chosen emergency fund goal (often 3–6 months, but personal).
  • Job stability and risk comfort: Factors that influence whether a smaller or larger cushion feels appropriate.

Using the results

  • Shorter cushions may feel more stressful if your job is unstable or you prefer caution.
  • Longer cushions can provide more flexibility but may mean less money invested elsewhere.
  • Adjust your target over time as your career, responsibilities, and comfort with risk change.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a “right” number of months?

Many people aim for 3–6 months, but the right number depends on your job stability, dependents, and comfort with risk.

Should I include discretionary spending?

You can, but many people focus on essential expenses plus debt payments when estimating emergency needs.

Does the tool store my data?

Inputs are stored locally in your browser using localStorage so you can revisit them. They are not sent to external services unless you enable analytics or ads via the cookie banner.

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