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Keep a roof over Carter's head in Bakersfield
A court summons for non-payment arrived last week. Carter needs $3,850 to clear the arrears and stay housed in Bakersfield.
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When my hours were cut in half in April, I fell 3 months behind on rent. Last Monday a court summons for non-payment was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $3,850.
My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by July, 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 $3,850 goes:
• Rent arrears (3 months): $2,350
• Late fees and court costs: $300
• Utilities in arrears: $300
• First month of rent as a buffer: $900
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- Carter
- due date
- 2026-07-10
- bill type
- Rent arrears
Updates from Carter
Update from Bakersfield: I met with the landlord and confirmed the amounts. We're at 10% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.
- Randall J. Alvarez 🇺🇸 · $20
- Vaibhav D. Bhatt 🇮🇳 · $10
“Wishing you the best. Hope the July deadline works out. - Jabalpur”
- Kato Byaruhanga Kigozi 🇺🇬 · $20
- Eiji Koji Yokoyama 🇯🇵 · $10
- Daniela Giovana Siqueira 🇧🇷 · $50
- Anonymous 🇪🇬 · $78
- Anonymous 🇺🇸 · $50
“Wish I could do more. Only $50 but hope it helps. - Yonkers”
- Daniele Amato 🇮🇹 · $30
- Palesa M. Van der Merwe 🇿🇦 · $25
- Verónica D. Rangel 🇺🇸 · $5
“Best of luck. Hope the July deadline works out. - Tacoma”
- Anonymous 🇻🇳 · $66
- Shweta C. Sethi 🇮🇳 · $5
- Teresa B. Sandoval 🇺🇸 · $23
- Sandra Amanda Fernandes 🇧🇷 · $7
- Ishita H. Yadav 🇮🇳 · $250
- Anonymous 🇺🇸 · $50
“Be well. Hope you get the rest soon. - Aurora”
- Musa Victor Okoro 🇳🇬 · $10
- Anonymous 🇺🇸 · $25
- Anonymous 🇩🇪 · $10
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You're not alone. Your post was clear and honest. Don't be hard on yourself for asking. Love from Mekelle.
Keep going, Carter. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. All the best.
Keep going, Carter. A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon
Hope it all works out. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. We're a small family in Depok but we're thinking of you. Thinking of Bakersfield.
Sending love. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. I'll check back for the next update. All the best