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Keep a roof over Axel's head in Rochester

A 10-day notice to quit arrived last week. Axel needs $4,150 to clear the arrears and stay housed in Rochester.

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Axel M. Hanson
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Rochester
When my hours were cut in half in July, I fell 4 months behind on rent. Last Sunday a 10-day notice to quit was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $4,150. 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 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 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. 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 $4,150 goes: • First month of rent as a buffer: $940 • Rent arrears (4 months): $2,950 • Utilities in arrears: $260 Glad we found this place. - Axel
due date
2026-10-13
bill type
Rent arrears
#rent#eviction-prevention#family#housing

Updates from Axel

  1. Thank you all. We're at 51% now ($2,098). I'm honestly stunned. the plan for rent arrears is now scheduled.

  2. Quick update: $474 raised so far (11%). I met with the landlord and confirmed the amounts. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.

  3. Update from Rochester: I made the first payment toward rent arrears. We're at 12% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.

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    “Hope this helps. From Cardiff with love.”

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    “Wishing you the best. Hope the November deadline works out. - San Francisco”

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    “Praying for you. Thought of Axel all day after reading this.”

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    “Thought of Axel all day after reading this. - Paris”

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    “Sending love. Shared with friends too. - Jimma”

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    “Thought of Axel all day after reading this. - Mombasa”

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  • Mary Grace E. LacsonID verified

    So sorry you're going through this, Axel. Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. Blessings.

    • Francis B. TomasQuestion

      is there a list of costs somewhere? Just curious how it adds up for Axel.

      • Carmen P. Sánchez

        Sending strength, Axel. I hope things turn around soon. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double. All the best.

        • Pilar A. Jiménez

          Best of luck, Axel. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. I'm in retail myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you

          • Gerard B. Power

            Hope it all works out, Axel. Gave what I could, wish it was more.

            • Tabitha Githinji

              Wishing you peace, Axel. Shared it with a few friends. Sent it to 19 people at work. God bless.

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