domestic abusers

Charity warns joint mortgages can be weaponised by domestic abusers

Domestic abusers can exploit joint mortgages to harm their current or former partners, a charity has cautioned. Surviving Economic Abuse (SEA) revealed that survivors often face mortgage arrears, damaged credit ratings, and housing instability. Abusers sometimes render victims homeless by refusing to pay, changing terms, or selling joint properties. One woman shared her plight with the charity, stating she remains…