Spending Intervention: She Lost EVERYTHING In A Flood

04/30/25 - Wednesday

April 30, 2025

Hi Friend,

Some seasons of life knock the wind out of you. A job loss. A breakup. A medical bill you didn’t see coming.

Or as we talk about in this week’s Spending Intervention: A literal hurricane.

We sat down with Emily, who lost almost everything when her house flooded during Hurricane Helene, and talked about what happens when your financial life is turned upside down.

Emily’s story highlights for all of us the importance of not just an emergency fund, but also flexibility in our money. Whether facing a natural disaster, or unforeseen financial strain, we give some helpful pointers to keep in mind.

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Farewell 👋
Misti

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