{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"TWE 373: How to Create a Strong Safety Net with Financial Planner Catherine Scrivano","description":"Financial peace of mind isn\u2019t about wealth \u2014 it\u2019s about preparation. On this episode of The Women\u2019s Eye Podcast, host Stacey Gualandi is joined by financial planner Catherine Scrivano for a practical, empowering conversation about building money power \u2014 starting with a strong financial safety net. Catherine explains why every woman needs more than just an emergency fund. She introduces the concept of an \u201cemergency and opportunity fund\u201d \u2014 money that helps you navigate unexpected challenges and take advantage of new opportunities when they arise. In this episode, Catherine shares:   Why cash reserves are essential for peace of mind   How much money to set aside (and how to think about that number)   Where to keep your cash   How often to review your financial safety net   Simple habits that make managing money feel doable   She also offers practical advice on: \u2022 Finding an accountability partner \u2022 Holding monthly money meetings \u2022 Starting today \u2014 not \u201csomeday\u201d As Catherine reminds us:  \u201cTreat yourself with as much respect as you do creditors.\u201d  This episode is part of The Women\u2019s Eye\u2019s signature Building Money Power series, offering smart, accessible financial guidance for women at every stage of life. \ud83c\udfa7 Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube \ud83c\udf10 Visit TheWomensEye.com About Our Guest Catherine Scrivano is a financial planner and contributor to The Women\u2019s Eye Podcast. Website: Casco Financial Group LinkedIn: Catherine Scrivano Facebook: Casco Financial Group X (Twitter): CASCO Financial Catherine\u2019s reminder: \u201cYou don\u2019t have to be wealthy to be wise.\u201d ","author_name":"The Women's Eye with Stacey Gualandi | Women Leaders, Entrepreneurs, Authors and Global Changemakers","author_url":"http:\/\/thewomenseye.com\/twe-radio","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/39438315\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/content\/196645370"}