Chapter 8: From Survivor to Signal – Advocacy as My Armour

From Survivor to Signal – Advocacy as My Armour

"I didn't just survive—I became the siren."

There's a moment when pain becomes purpose. When the very thing that tried to break you becomes the reason you rise. For me, that moment came not in a courtroom or a boardroom—but in a blog post.

After years of being silenced, dismissed, and gaslit by developers, brokers, and financial institutions, I realised something: my voice was my most powerful asset. And I was done whispering.

The First Post

It started with a single blog post. I remember staring at the blinking cursor, unsure if anyone would care. I wasn't a journalist or a lawyer. I was just a woman with a story—and a fire in her chest.

I titled it: "The Lomax 505 Case: Behind the Scenes of the Real Property Buying Nightmares."

I didn't hold back. I laid out the timeline, the broken promises, the legal breaches. I named names. I cited laws. I included screenshots, emails, and even my psychological impact statement. It wasn't just a story—it was evidence.

And people listened.

Within days, my inbox was flooded. Other investors reached out—some had lost more than I had, and some were still trapped in the same nightmare. They thanked me, cried, and shared their own stories.

That's when I knew: this wasn't just about me anymore.

Building a Platform

I turned my pain into a platform. I launched a video series: "Behind the Property Curtain." I started speaking on panels, joining webinars, and mentoring new investors. I created downloadable guides, checklists, and legal templates—tools I wish I had when I started.

I wasn't just warning people. I was arming them.

I even began drafting letters for others—formal complaints, legal notices, ombudsman submissions. I became the person I once needed, and in doing so, I found healing.

Advocacy as Resistance

Advocacy has become my method of resistance. I consciously chose to voice my concerns in a society that often expects silence. In an industry that benefits from inaction, I decided to speak out.

 

I have publicly confronted any organisation attempting to evade its responsibilities, uncovered the shortcomings in Molo's mortgage procedures, and brought attention to the Financial Ombudsman's inadequacies. My motivations are not driven by a wish for retribution; they stem from a commitment to justice.

 

If my efforts can spare even a single individual from losing their savings, mental well-being, or identity, then every challenging moment endured will be justified.

The Cost of Courage Let's be honest—advocacy isn't easy. I've been threatened, dismissed, and told to "move on. "I've had companies try to discredit, gaslight, and silence me.

I have been profoundly uplifted by the support of strangers who have become like sisters, readers who have transformed into steadfast allies, and professionals who have expressed their appreciation with heartfelt comments like, "Thank you for articulating what we felt but couldn't express." Through these experiences, I've learned that advocacy does not mean being without fear; it's about having the courage to speak up and advocate for yourself, even when your voice trembles. Be sure of your facts and have robust evidence to support your claims.

It's essential to recognise that many individuals and corporations still operate under the misguided belief that it's acceptable to belittle others or label them as frauds. I've encountered several such entities—members of the university council, brokers, lenders, agents, and financial institutions—who have sought to undermine my confidence and belittle my worth. They aimed to obscure my potential and silence my voice, but I refuse to allow that to define my journey.

My advice for anyone facing similar challenges is clear: educate yourself about your rights as a tax-paying citizen and a diligent, hardworking individual. Knowledge is empowering, and understanding your rights can be a powerful shield against those who seek to diminish you. 

On a positive note, I also highlight my unwavering trust in a select few brokers and property agents who have consistently demonstrated good intentions in helping me expand my portfolio. They have proven invaluable partners in my journey, and I plan to continue collaborating with them, specifically with Lendlord and Property Hub. Their support has reinforced my conviction that trustworthy professionals still genuinely want to see their clients succeed.

A Movement Begins

What started as a personal blog has become a movement. I've helped others recover lost funds, challenge defaults, and avoid shady deals. I've connected with MPs, journalists, and legal experts. I've even begun drafting a white paper on off-plan property reform.

Because this isn't just about credit scores or contracts. It's about dignity, justice, and rewriting the rules so that no one else has to learn the hard way.

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"I've mended my shattered pieces with hope and sparkle, and now I do these strands as my shield. I move forward—not only for my own sake but for every woman who's been deemed too much, for every investor who's faced silencing, and for every survivor on the path to reclaiming their voice.

 

This embodies advocacy. This signifies redemption. This marks the revolution, and I stand at the forefront."