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Keep a roof over Clara's head in Edinburgh
A notice to vacate arrived last week. Clara needs $3,200 to clear the arrears and stay housed in Edinburgh.
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When my hours were cut in half in November, I fell 3 months behind on rent. Last Wednesday a notice to vacate was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $3,200.
My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by March, we must leave.
I have three school-aged 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.
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 $3,200 goes:
• Rent arrears (3 months): $2,200
• First month of rent as a buffer: $640
• Late fees and court costs: $360
Whatever you can give, even just sharing this page, means a lot.
- Clara
- due date
- 2026-01-30
- bill type
- Rent arrears
Updates from Clara
Quick update: $247 raised so far (8%). I met with the landlord and confirmed the amounts. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.
Thank you all. We're at 4% now ($130). I'm honestly stunned. I made the first payment toward first month of rent as a buffer.
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Sending love, Clara. Gave what I could, wish it was more. We're a small family in Coyoacán but we're thinking of you. Thinking of Edinburgh.
Thanks for sharing this, Clara. A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon.