Cash & Coffee | How to Survive a Government Shutdown

When paychecks stop and benefits freeze, what can you do to stay afloat? In this Cash & Coffee episode, hosts Nathan Stahr and Kayla Tenboer-Sipes talk about how to survive a government shutdown — from budgeting smarter to finding local resources and building an emergency fund. Watch now and take control of what you can.
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🎤 Timestamps & Highlights:

00:22 – Today’s Topic: Government Shutdown and Finances
00:47 – SNAP Benefits on Hold: What You Can Do
01:27 – Budget Tips: Needs vs. Wants
01:47 – Local Help: Community Meals & Church Programs
01:56 – Food Banks and Community Support
02:35 – Preparing for the Future: Build an Emergency Fund
03:04 – How to Start Saving When It Feels Overwhelming
04:07 – The $1,000 Starter Emergency Fund
04:34 – Budget Essentials: The “Four Walls”
04:49 – Cutting Unnecessary Expenses
05:04 – Calculating Your Monthly Survival Budget
05:16 – Multiply Savings Goals for One vs. Two Income Homes

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