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Keep a roof over Carol's head in Arlington
After a long illness, Carol is 5 months behind on rent and has a notice to vacate from the landlord.
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After a car accident that kept me from work for 3 weeks, I fell 5 months behind on rent. Last Thursday a notice to vacate was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $4,750.
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 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 $4,750 goes:
• Rent arrears (5 months): $3,300
• Late fees and court costs: $300
• Utilities in arrears: $170
• First month of rent as a buffer: $980
Thanks for reading all this.
- Carol
- due date
- 2026-10-26
- bill type
- Rent arrears
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so sorry you're going through this, Carol. Gave what I could, wish it was more. I went through something like this 11 years ago and strangers helped me out.
wishing you peace, Carol. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. I'll check back for the next update
Praying for you. Looking forward to the next update. My husband and I read this together. Blessings
Thanks for sharing this, Carol. This could happen to any of us.