A woman named Lauren, who is not her real name, is still struggling to escape her abusive ex-husband, even after more than a decade.
Despite being awarded the house in their divorce, her ex-husband remains on the joint mortgage, preventing her from selling or refinancing the property.
The abuse Lauren experienced included physical violence, financial control, and the use of the shared mortgage as a weapon to trap her.
The situation highlights the devastating impact of joint mortgages in abusive relationships, leaving victims trapped in unsafe and financially precarious situations.
