Andrea bought her first house at 22 with money she earned working double shifts while studying. It was her safe place, built from her hard work. When her husband Shawn suggested selling it to buy a bigger home for their growing family, she reluctantly agreed. But then Shawn revealed the new house would be in his name only, leaving Andrea without legal ownership or security.

This alarmed her, so she insisted on a legal agreement protecting her and their daughter if the marriage ended. Shawn resisted, and tensions rose. Andrea then showed him divorce papers, revealing she was prepared to fight for her independence. Shawn left, and Andrea realized her home represented more than just a building—it was her independence and future. She vowed never to lose that again.