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Keep a roof over Charlotte's head in Los Angeles

After the loss of a second income, Charlotte is 3 months behind on rent and has a termination letter from the landlord.

🇺🇸 Los Angeles, California, United States1,697 views
Charlotte L. Parks
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Los Angeles
After a sudden layoff at the textile factory, I fell 3 months behind on rent. Last Friday a termination letter 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 July, 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 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. The money will be paid directly to the landlord and I'll upload the receipt once it's done. Where the $2,450 goes: • First month of rent as a buffer: $680 • Utilities in arrears: $180 • Rent arrears (3 months): $1,590 You're what makes this possible, and I'll never forget it. - Charlotte
due date
2026-06-06
bill type
Rent arrears
#rent#eviction-prevention#family#housing

Updates from Charlotte

  1. Thank you all. We're at 34% now ($832). I'm honestly stunned. we've booked the dates and paid the deposit.

  2. Small update. $231 so far, the plan for first month of rent as a buffer is now scheduled.

  3. Quick update: $171 raised so far (7%). we've started the first stage. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.

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  • Dennis P. Taylor

    Thinking of you. Shared this with my family. My neighbor in Celaya donated after I showed her your page. Take care.

    • Amna Aleena Mughal

      So sorry you're going through this. Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. Greetings from Ann Arbor.

      • Si-woo Seung-woo Yoon

        Thinking of you. Shared it with a few friends. I'll check back for the next update. Thinking of Los Angeles.

        • Zakaria Marwan El-Sayed

          Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. It's not much but it's yours. All the best!

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