‘My husband and I are at odds’: Should we tap our home equity or sell stocks to build a $100,000 emergency fund?
A 57‑year‑old woman and her 61‑year‑old husband, both semi‑retired, have seen their cash reserves dwindle after recent home and vehicle expenses. They hold approximately $1.7 million in investments but only $20,000 in liquid cash, and they aim to rebuild an emergency fund of $100,000. They are weighing whether to tap home equity or sell stocks to achieve this goal.
- ▪The couple is semi‑retired and works part‑time, earning modest income.
- ▪Recent expenses for a new roof, home repairs, two used cars, and veterinary bills have reduced their cash holdings.
- ▪They have about $1.7 million invested but only $20,000 available in cash.
- ▪Their target is to increase emergency reserves to roughly $100,000, considering home‑equity loans or stock sales as options.
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| Publication time | Fri, 14 Aug 2026 11:30:00 GMT |
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