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Ji-woo received an eviction notice - help us catch up on rent
A court summons for non-payment arrived last week. Ji-woo needs $2,500 to clear the arrears and stay housed in Seoul.
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When the restaurant closed in August, I fell 3 months behind on rent. Last Thursday a court summons for non-payment was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $2,500.
My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by November, 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 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 $2,500 goes:
• Rent arrears (3 months): $1,800
• Late fees and court costs: $135
• Utilities in arrears: $95
• First month of rent as a buffer: $470
Please ask me anything in the questions section. I'll answer honestly and quickly.
- due date
- 2026-10-22
- bill type
- Rent arrears
Updates from Ji-woo
Thank you all. We're at 75% now ($1,871). I'm honestly stunned. the plan for first month of rent as a buffer is now scheduled.
Small update. $1,110 so far, I made the first payment toward first month of rent as a buffer.
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how is Ji-woo doing now?
a secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double. Greetings from Paris
Is there anything that isn't money that would help Ji-woo?
Thank you. If you're in Seoul I'll say if something practical comes up. For now sharing this is great. I'll keep the page updated.
Sending good thoughts, Ji-woo. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Thinking of Seoul.
Sending good thoughts. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. Love from Manila.
Good luck. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Love from Valencia.
So sorry you're going through this, Ji-woo. Shared this with my family. Greetings from Nagpur.
Keep going, Ji-woo. This could happen to any of us. All the best.
Thinking of you, Ji-woo. This could happen to any of us. Don't be hard on yourself for asking. Thinking of Seoul.
Sending good thoughts, Ji-woo. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together