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Deborah received an eviction notice - help us catch up on rent

A car accident left Deborah short on rent for 5 months; help us stay in our home.

🇬🇧 London, England, United Kingdom1,885 views
Deborah Thompson
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London
Following a long illness in the family, I fell 5 months behind on rent. Last Monday a court summons for non-payment was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $2,750. My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by October, 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 night deliveries, and I'm applying for help from local services, but nothing will arrive in time without the rest of the gap covered here. The money will be paid directly to the landlord and I'll upload the receipt once it's done. Where the $2,750 goes: • Rent arrears (5 months): $1,800 • Late fees and court costs: $330 • Utilities in arrears: $190 • First month of rent as a buffer: $430 Ask me anything below before you decide. I'd rather you were sure.
due date
2026-10-09
bill type
Rent arrears
#rent#eviction-prevention#family#housing

Updates from Deborah

  1. Thank you all. We're at 29% now ($790). I'm honestly stunned. we've booked the dates and paid the deposit.

  2. Small update. $507 so far, I met with the landlord and confirmed the amounts.

  3. Update from London: I met with the landlord and confirmed the amounts. We're at 4% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.

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    “Sending love. Hope the October deadline works out. - Sheffield”

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    “Thought of Deborah all day after reading this. - Hanoi”

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  • Asad Muhammad Yousafzai

    Hope it all works out, Deborah. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. Greetings from Jerusalem.

    • Kamrul Dipu Mahmud

      I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. Wish I lived closer to Istanbul so I could bring a meal.

      • Nicole B. ConcepcionQuestion

        is there anything that isn't money that would help Deborah?

        • Auma Akello Mwesigwa

          Sending strength, Deborah. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. My neighbor in Hyderabad donated after I showed her your page. All the best.

          • Jocelyn P. Lacson

            Hope things get better soon. Looking forward to the next update. My neighbor in Kazan donated after I showed her your page.

            • Kendall E. Burton

              Thanks for sharing this, Deborah. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Don't be hard on yourself for asking.

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