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How Your Emergency Fund Can Cover a Legal Consultation
In episode 119 of The Emergency Fund Podcast, Lucas and Luna tackle a rarely discussed but common financial shock: the cost of a legal consultation. Using a real scenario from July 2026 — a small business owner needing a contract review — they break down how a $500 to $2,000 legal fee can be pulled from an emergency fund without derailing savings. Lucas explains why many people overlook legal expenses when building their cash reserve, and Luna shares a story about a friend who drained a credit card over an employment dispute. They discuss the importance of having a dedicated 'lawyer…
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