An emergency buffer consists of a specific metric you're trying to reach based on what you reasonably will need during a dry month.
Some have a checking account with two month's worth of bills saved. It covers rent, utilities, insurance and cell-hone bills. In addition, they have at least three months of living expenses built up in a savings account.
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