'Below Deck' Captain Sandy says she and wife lost 'all of our money' in alleged $1.6M contractor scam
Captain Sandy Yawn and her wife Leah Shafer reveal they lost all their savings in an alleged contractor scam involving $1.6 million.
Captain Sandy Yawn and her wife Leah Shafer are embroiled in a legal battle with their former contractor, Spencer Calvert, after alleging that they lost their entire savings in a scam involving the construction of their home in Jacksonville, Florida. In an interview, Yawn expressed the emotional toll this financial loss has taken on them, stating that they felt completely wrecked by the ordeal. However, both she and Shafer emphasize their faith as a source of strength during this challenging time.
The couple had hired Calvert in 2020 along with 12 other families to build a $1.6 million home, but the project took a turn when they claimed that Calvert allegedly misappropriated their funds. Reports indicate that out of 33 homes that Calvert was contracted to build, only 18 were completed, raising serious concerns about his business practices and financial integrity. This alleged scam not only affects Yawn and Shafer but potentially impacts the other families involved in this construction project.
Yawn's public revelation of their situation sheds light on the challenges that many homeowners face when dealing with contractors. The emotional and financial repercussions of such scams can be devastating, which makes it crucial for consumers to perform due diligence before hiring anyone in the construction industry. As their legal battle unfolds, Yawn and Shafer aim to recover their losses while also advocating for others who may find themselves in similar predicaments.