Travel In Peace: Episode 9 - Money, Spending, Spanish Taxes and the emotional cost of money

Money was one of the things we thought we understood before we moved to Spain…and one of the things that turned out to be more complicated than we expected.Now that we’ve come through another tax season, we’re talking about what it really looks like to live here financially—day-to-day expenses, Spanish taxes, and what we’re learning as we head into our first full year as tax residents in 2026.But this episode isn’t just about numbers.It’s about the emotional side of money—how spending decisions feel different now, how uncertainty shows up, and how money can quietly shape a relationship in ways you don’t always expect.We reflect on what we planned well, what surprised us, and what we would do differently if we were starting again.If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to actually live abroad—not just the dream, but the financial reality—this episode is for you.To comment on episode or podcast, please subscribe to our substack at https://laurelosullivanjd.substack.com/s/travel-in-peace-a-podcastAnd of course, please follow/like/review this podcast wherever you listen to it! Get full access to Lost & Found- Discovering Yourself After Loss at laurelosullivanjd.substack.com/subscribe