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Keep a roof over Chae-won's head in Seoul
A 10-day notice to quit arrived last week. Chae-won needs $2,450 to clear the arrears and stay housed in Seoul.
🇰🇷 South Korea3,810 views
When the warehouse closed in November, I fell 5 months behind on rent. Last Wednesday a 10-day notice to quit was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $2,450.
My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by January, we must leave.
I have a toddler and a baby 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 weekend shifts, 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 $2,450 goes:
• Rent arrears (5 months): $1,500
• Late fees and court costs: $220
• Utilities in arrears: $110
• First month of rent as a buffer: $620
Even a small gift gets used right away and I'll thank you myself.
- due date
- 2026-01-07
- bill type
- Rent arrears
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thinking of you and your family, Chae-won. Looking forward to the next update.
thanks for sharing this, Chae-won. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together.