Nick Perry says you're ahead of most Americans if you have three to six months of savings, own a home, or follow a higher purpose. Forty percent of Americans can't cover a $400 emergency. Homeowners build equity while 35% of Americans rent.
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You're doing better financially than the average American, and here's 3 reasons why. Number 1, you have 3 to 6 months of living expenses saved up. See, 40% of Americans can't cover a $400 emergency in cash. So if you have savings of any kind, then you're ahead of almost half the country. On to number 2, you're a homeowner. Look, owning a home right now is harder than ever. Like, 35% of Americans don't own a home. So if you do own one, You're building equity whether you realize it or not. And lastly, number 3, you follow God or a purpose much greater than you. We live in a world where bigger is always better and the upgrade is always around the corner. But God-driven or purpose-driven people give more, save more, and build more. They're not chasing what looks good. They're building what actually works. So if you think you're a failure, remember that