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They Left NYC for a $13,000 House in Italy
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- Jul 14, 2026
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Summary
Cassandra and her husband made headlines after leaving New York City to buy a home in rural Italy for just $13,000. She breaks down what motivated the move, how she’s adjusted to life in a tiny mountain town, embraced a lower-cost lifestyle, and whether trading the conventional American dream for a simpler life abroad was worth it. Plus: Jill and Mark explain what SpaceX’s inclusion in Nasdaq index funds actually means for investors, and why one TikToker’s recommended tax loophole is complete nonsense. Have a money question? Email us here. Subscribe to the Money Moves YouTube channel HERE .