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Carmen received an eviction notice - help us catch up on rent
After a cut in working hours, Carmen is 5 months behind on rent and has a final eviction notice from the landlord.
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When the hotel closed in August, I fell 5 months behind on rent. Last Sunday a final eviction notice was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $950.
My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by December, we must leave.
I have a teenager still in school at home. Moving isn't just an expense - it would mean new schools, a new commute and no deposit to put down anywhere else.
I have started working extra hours at a market stall, and I'm applying for help from local services, but nothing will arrive in time without the rest of the gap covered here.
Funds go to the landlord and nowhere else. Any amount left over after the arrears are cleared will go toward next month's rent.
Where the $950 goes:
• Utilities in arrears: $85
• Rent arrears (5 months): $610
• First month of rent as a buffer: $255
Whatever you can give, even just sharing this page, means a lot.
- due date
- 2026-11-27
- bill type
- Rent arrears
Updates from Carmen
Good news. Because of your gifts ($110 in total) I met with the landlord and confirmed the amounts. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely. - Carmen
Thank you all. We're at 22% now ($210). I'm honestly stunned. the first invoice got paid this week. - Carmen
Good news. Because of your gifts ($230 in total) the plan for first month of rent as a buffer is now scheduled. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely.
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Hope things get better soon, Carmen. Hope you get there. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected. Take care
Wishing you the best. Your post was clear and honest. Love from London.
Hope things get better soon, Carmen. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together
Wishing you peace. A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double. God bless
sending good thoughts, Carmen. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Greetings from Ibadan
Rooting for you, Carmen. Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. Don't give up. Take care.