In order you should have $ 1,000 in the emergency fund, all debt except for the house paid for, and a 3 - 6 month emergency fund in place. (treesfullofmoney.com)
Is doing this «double - saving» and not suggested if you already have the 6 month emergency fund saved up? (money.stackexchange.com)
However, if you know your job with be eliminated in a year, you might want to aim to have that six month emergency fund as soon as possible. (debtroundup.com)