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This windfall is due to Recovery Rebate Credits thattaxpayerswho were eligible didnt claim on their 2021 tax return.

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This could mean a decent amount of money came to families.

Whats the best way to use these checks orany other unexpected windfall?

Apply the check to create or bolster your emergency fund.

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Aim for anywhere between three and six months of living expenses, ideally, she said.

Put It Into the Stock Market

Not investment-savvy?

Rose recommended setting up automatic future contributions to keep growing the investment.

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Every little bit adds up when you show up consistently.

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