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How much in cash equivalents should I keep in the bank? [duplicate]

Possible Duplicate: As a general rule, how much in “liquid” emergency savings should I have? I recently started my first job and now have more money than I've ever had in my ...
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How many months' worth of living expenses is considered an adequate “Rainy Day” fund? [duplicate]

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As a general rule, how much in “liquid” emergency savings should I have?

I'm buying my very first home next week, and should be receiving the $8,000 first-time home buyers tax credit. A majority of my savings are going to the down-payment of the house, but we still have a ...