Brittany Cartwright, star of The Valley, recently opened up about the financial burdens she’s been left to handle following her separation from estranged husband Jax Taylor. In a candid revelation, Cartwright disclosed that Taylor left her with a staggering $10,000 monthly mortgage payment for their shared home, alongside years of unpaid taxes that have now come to light.
The couple, who announced their separation in February 2024 after nearly five years of marriage, has been navigating a tumultuous split. During a recent episode of her podcast, When Reality Hits with Jax and Brittany, Cartwright shared the emotional and financial toll of their breakup. “I’m the one stuck with this huge mortgage payment every month,” she stated, highlighting the $10,000 burden she’s been shouldering alone. She further revealed that Taylor’s failure to pay taxes for several years has compounded their financial issues, leaving her to deal with the fallout.
Cartwright expressed frustration over Taylor’s lack of financial responsibility, noting that the unpaid taxes were a “huge shock” to her. “I had no idea the extent of it until now,” she said, describing how the discovery of the tax debt added to her stress during an already challenging time. The couple’s $1.9 million home in Los Angeles, purchased in 2019, has become a focal point of their disputes, with Cartwright determined to maintain stability for their three-year-old son, Cruz.
Despite the challenges, Cartwright remains focused on moving forward. She emphasized her commitment to co-parenting with Taylor and ensuring their son’s well-being. “I’m doing everything I can to keep things stable for Cruz,” she shared, adding that she’s been working tirelessly to manage the financial strain. Sources close to the situation claim Taylor has been unresponsive to addressing the tax issues, leaving Cartwright to handle negotiations with accountants and legal teams.
The drama doesn’t end there. Insiders report that Taylor’s behavior has been erratic since the split, with some speculating that his financial mismanagement may be tied to personal struggles. Meanwhile, Cartwright has been leaning on her The Valley co-stars for support, with many praising her resilience in the face of adversity. “Brittany’s a strong woman, and she’s not letting this break her,” a friend of Cartwright’s told All About The Tea.
As the former couple continues to navigate their separation, fans are eagerly watching to see how the situation unfolds. Cartwright’s revelations have sparked heated discussions on social media, with many expressing sympathy for her predicament and criticizing Taylor’s alleged irresponsibility. For now, Cartwright is focused on rebuilding her life and ensuring a stable future for her son, even as she grapples with the financial mess left behind.