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Keep a roof over Beau's head in Bakersfield

A 10-day notice to quit arrived last week. Beau needs $2,800 to clear the arrears and stay housed in Bakersfield.

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Alexander G. Steele
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Bakersfield
After a car accident that kept me from work for 8 weeks, Beau fell 2 months behind on rent. Last Friday a 10-day notice to quit was taped to the door, and the amount owed is $2,800. The landlord was understanding for a while, but has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by October, the family must leave. There are three school-aged children at home. Moving would mean new schools, a new commute and no deposit to put down anywhere else. Beau has started working two part-time jobs, and is 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 $2,800 goes: • Late fees and court costs: $170 • Rent arrears (2 months): $2,350 • Utilities in arrears: $280 Even a small gift gets used right away and I'll thank you myself.
due date
2026-10-29
bill type
Rent arrears
#rent#eviction-prevention#family#housing

Updates from Alexander

  1. Small update. $646 so far, the plan for utilities in arrears is now scheduled.

  2. Update from Bakersfield: the plan for rent arrears is now scheduled. We're at 18% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.

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  • Maria Patrícia RochaID verified

    You're not alone, Alexander. Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. I have a 12 year old who wants to send good wishes too!

    • Dominique Manon Leclercq

      Stay strong, Alexander. It takes guts to ask. Well done. Blessings.

      • Samira Samira Said

        Keep going, Alexander. It takes guts to ask. Well done. All the best

        • Themba M. Van Wyk

          Thanks for sharing this, Alexander. Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. I told my book club about it and three of them are giving too. Greetings from Boston.

          • Ilham Ilham Pane

            Wishing you peace, Alexander. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together.

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