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

A termination letter arrived last week. Doris needs $3,150 to clear the arrears and stay housed in Oakland.

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Doris H. McCoy
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Oakland
After a car accident that kept me from work for 8 weeks, I fell 3 months behind on rent. Last Sunday a termination letter was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $3,150. 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 toddler and a baby 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 weekend shifts, 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 $3,150 goes: • Utilities in arrears: $240 • First month of rent as a buffer: $940 • Rent arrears (3 months): $1,970 Thank you for reading my story.
due date
2026-10-30
bill type
Rent arrears
#rent#eviction-prevention#family#housing

Updates from Doris

  1. Small update. $1,820 so far, I met with the landlord and confirmed the amounts.

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  • Maina Omondi Nabwire

    Hope things get better soon. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like. All the best.

    • Olumide Yakubu Raji

      Wishing you the best. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. This is the second need I've supported on here and the first that made me cry. Thinking of Oakland.

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