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

After a delayed insurance payout, Howard is 3 months behind on rent and has a court summons for non-payment from the landlord.

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Howard Hoffman
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Chicago
After a car accident that kept me from work for 6 weeks, I fell 3 months behind on rent. Last Tuesday a court summons for non-payment was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $1,400. My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by April, 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 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 $1,400 goes: • Utilities in arrears: $270 • Late fees and court costs: $200 • First month of rent as a buffer: $930 Thank you for reading my story.
due date
2026-03-30
bill type
Rent arrears
#rent#eviction-prevention#family#housing

Updates from Howard

  1. 61% there. I made the first payment toward late fees and court costs. Thank you.

  2. Quick update: $411 raised so far (29%). the first invoice got paid this week. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.

  3. 19% there. we've booked the dates and paid the deposit. Thank you.

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  • Kübra Kübra BozkurtQuestion

    Is there a list of costs somewhere? Just curious how it adds up for Howard.

    • Gustavo Moreno

      Stay strong, Howard. Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. All the best

      • Dominique Élodie CharlesQuestion

        Can I help in a way that isn't money? I'm near Chicago.

        • Howard HoffmanOwnerAnswer

          Thank you. If you're in Chicago I'll say if something practical comes up. For now sharing this is great. Appreciate you taking the time.

      • Fernanda Valdez

        Wishing you peace. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. After 6 years in social work I know how hard it is to ask for anything. God bless.

        • Luke C. Whitaker

          thinking of you and your family, Howard. Looking forward to the next update. Greetings from Luxor.

          • Achieng Anyango Opio

            Shared this with my family. Wish I lived closer to Orlando so I could bring a meal.

            • Lipi Sharmila Saha

              You're not alone, Howard. I hope things turn around soon. My husband and I read this together

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