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Gerald received an eviction notice - help us catch up on rent
A delayed insurance payout left Gerald short on rent for 4 months; help us stay in our home.
🇵🇭 Makati, Metro Manila, Philippines1,862 views
When my hours were cut in half in August, I fell 4 months behind on rent. Last Wednesday a termination letter was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $600.
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 two young children 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.
The money will be paid directly to the landlord and I'll upload the receipt once it's done.
Where the $600 goes:
• Rent arrears (4 months): $400
• Late fees and court costs: $40
• Utilities in arrears: $50
• First month of rent as a buffer: $110
You're what makes this possible, and I'll never forget it.
- Gerald
- due date
- 2026-10-28
- bill type
- Rent arrears
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is there anything that isn't money that would help Gerald?
Sharing the link is the biggest thing. And if you know anything about rent arrears (4 months), advice is welcome too. Let me know if you want more detail.
sending good thoughts, Gerald. Shared this with my family. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money. Blessings.
Keep going, Gerald. A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon. I'll check back for the next update. Take care.
Is there a list of costs somewhere? Just curious how it adds up for Gerald
The list at the bottom is the whole picture. rent arrears (4 months) is the biggest at $400. Let me know if you want more detail.
Thinking of you and your family, Gerald. Looking forward to the next update. Don't give up.
So sorry you're going through this. Hope you get there. I'm in accounting myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you.
thanks for sharing this, Gerald. Your post was clear and honest. Read this on the bus and kept thinking about it all day!
Shared this with my family. Greetings from Medan.
Good luck, Gerald. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. My husband and I read this together. God bless.
Rooting for you. Looking forward to the next update. Sent it to 4 people at work