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Keep a roof over Adrian's head in Birmingham
A sudden layoff left Adrian short on rent for 5 months; help us stay in our home.
🇬🇧 Birmingham, England, United Kingdom504 views
When the packaging plant closed in August, I fell 5 months behind on rent. Last Monday a notice to vacate 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 October, 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 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.
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:
• Late fees and court costs: $350
• Utilities in arrears: $280
• Rent arrears (5 months): $2,070
Ask me anything below before you decide. I'd rather you were sure.
- due date
- 2026-10-12
- bill type
- Rent arrears
Updates from Adrian
Good news. Because of your gifts ($407 in total) I made the first payment toward utilities in arrears. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely.
Quick update: $400 raised so far (15%). we've booked the dates and paid the deposit. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.
Quick update: $50 raised so far (2%). the first invoice got paid this week. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.
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Best of luck, Adrian. I hope things turn around soon. I'll check back for the next update. Greetings from Nnewi.
I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. Don't give up. Greetings from Saint Petersburg.
Stay strong, Adrian. I hope things turn around soon
Hope it all works out, Adrian. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. My husband and I read this together. Love from Mbale.
Thanks for sharing this, Adrian. Shared it with a few friends.