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Keep a roof over Allison's head in Boston

A delayed insurance payout left Allison short on rent for 4 months; help us stay in our home.

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Allison Owens
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Boston
After a car accident that kept me from work for 4 weeks, I fell 4 months behind on rent. Last Thursday a notice to vacate was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $1,450. 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 two part-time jobs, 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 $1,450 goes: • First month of rent as a buffer: $890 • Late fees and court costs: $300 • Utilities in arrears: $260 Every share and every dollar helps.
due date
2026-11-23
bill type
Rent arrears
#rent#eviction-prevention#family#housing

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    Couldn't have asked for better support. They listened carefully, understood my situation deeply, and provided thoughtful advice that actually worked. Thank you so much.

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  • Reem Rahma El-Sayed

    Take care, Allison. A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon. We lost years of savings to something like this so I get it. Take care.

    • Zahra Maryam Ghanem

      Sending love, Allison. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. It's not much but it's yours. Love from Munich.

      • Joaquim Barros

        Hang in there, Allison. Gave what I could, wish it was more. We lost years of savings to something like this so I get it. Love from Seoul.

        • Rajiv P. Pandya

          Good luck. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. We're a small family in Düsseldorf but we're thinking of you. All the best.

          • Rubén S. Jiménez

            Wishing you the best. Shared it with a few friends. My neighbor in Thủ Đức donated after I showed her your page. All the best.

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