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Keep a roof over Carol's head in Aberdeen
After a long illness, Carol is 3 months behind on rent and has a final eviction notice from the landlord.
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When the restaurant closed in August, I fell 3 months behind on rent. Last Sunday a final eviction notice was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $3,050.
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 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 extra hours at a market stall, 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 $3,050 goes:
• Rent arrears (3 months): $2,050
• Late fees and court costs: $180
• Utilities in arrears: $100
• First month of rent as a buffer: $720
Every share and every dollar helps.
- Carol
- due date
- 2026-12-02
- bill type
- Rent arrears
Updates from Carol
Good news. Because of your gifts ($1,460 in total) I met with the landlord and confirmed the amounts. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely.
Good news. Because of your gifts ($612 in total) I made the first payment toward rent arrears. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely.
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Wishing you the best, Carol. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. My husband and I read this together. God bless
wishing you peace, Carol. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier
I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Sent it to 38 people at work. Greetings from San Francisco
You're not alone, Carol. It takes guts to ask. Well done. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected. Blessings.
hope it all works out, Carol. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. God bless.
This could happen to any of us. I hope November is when things finally get easier. Love from Ahmedabad.