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Keep a roof over Carlos's head in Bronx
A sudden layoff left Carlos short on rent for 3 months; help us stay in our home.
🇺🇸 Bronx, New York, United States3,384 views
After a car accident that kept me from work for 8 weeks, I fell 3 months behind on rent. Last Saturday a notice to vacate was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $4,500.
My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by May, 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 evenings as a cleaner, 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 $4,500 goes:
• Rent arrears (3 months): $3,300
• Utilities in arrears: $170
• First month of rent as a buffer: $1,030
Whatever you can give, even just sharing this page, means a lot.
- Carlos
- due date
- 2026-05-18
- bill type
- Rent arrears
Updates from Carlos
12% there. the plan for rent arrears is now scheduled. Thank you.
We're at 9% thanks to 13 of you. I made the first payment toward first month of rent as a buffer. More news soon.
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Any update on how things are going in Bronx?
You're not alone, Carlos. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes.
What's already covered and what's the $4,500 for?
It's all in the list in the story. rent arrears (3 months) is the big one at $3,300, I'll post a receipt when it's paid. Thanks, that means a lot.
your post was clear and honest. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like. Love from Bangkok.
Hang in there, Carlos. Your post was clear and honest. We're a small family in Orlando but we're thinking of you. Love from Orlando
Best of luck, Carlos. Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. Take care.
Best of luck, Carlos. Looking forward to the next update. Greetings from Rabat!
stay strong, Carlos. A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon. My neighbor in Los Angeles donated after I showed her your page. God bless.
Rooting for you, Carlos. Your post was clear and honest. This is the second need I've supported on here and the first that made me cry. All the best.