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

After a sudden layoff, Hayato is 4 months behind on rent and has a termination letter from the landlord.

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After a car accident that kept me from work for 10 weeks, I fell 4 months behind on rent. Last Thursday a termination letter was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $2,700. My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by September, we must leave. I have three school-aged 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 evenings as a cleaner, 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 $2,700 goes: • Rent arrears (4 months): $1,900 • Late fees and court costs: $120 • Utilities in arrears: $270 • First month of rent as a buffer: $410 I'll pay this kindness forward the moment I'm able to.

due date: 2026-09-18
bill type: Rent arrears

#rent #eviction-prevention #family #housing

Updates from Hayato

Quick update: $442 raised so far (16%). we've booked the dates and paid the deposit. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.
Quick update: $368 raised so far (14%). I met with the landlord and confirmed the amounts. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.
Update from Shinjuku: we've started the first stage. We're at 11% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.

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