Two women describe how fleeing domestic violence carries major financial costs, as the expense of leaving such situations rises sharply over time. The reports say the cost has increased by 71% over the past decade, making it harder for people to start again after escaping violence. Both accounts focus on the practical consequences of leaving, including the economic strain of rebuilding a life after experiencing domestic violence. While the articles centre on personal experiences, they frame those stories within broader cost increases reported across the period. Together, the sources indicate that the financial burden associated with escaping violence is escalating, adding to the barriers that victims may already face in seeking safety and stability. The coverage emphasizes that restarting can involve immediate and ongoing costs, and that higher costs can intensify the difficulties in accessing support and maintaining independence after leaving an abusive relationship.