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Worried about a job loss? Time to pump up your emergency savings.

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A new survey shows Americans who are worried about the job market hit levels on par with the pandemic.

Unemployment expectations jumped 4.6 percentage points to 44% , the highest reading since April 2020 .

Having cash on hand to cover living expenses for a few months helps you stay cool and calm when the economy feels rocky.

She is a career and retirement strategist and the author of 14 books, including the forthcoming " Retirement Bites : A Gen X Guide to Securing Your Financial Future," " In Control at 50+: How to Succeed in the New World of Work " and " Never Too Old to Get Rich ." Follow her on Bluesky ..

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