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Keep a roof over Deborah's head in Edinburgh
The closure of the factory left Deborah short on rent for 4 months; help us stay in our home.
🇬🇧 Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom308 views
After a car accident that kept me from work for 5 weeks, I fell 4 months behind on rent. Last Tuesday a termination letter was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $1,300.
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 teenager still in school 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 $1,300 goes:
• First month of rent as a buffer: $750
• Utilities in arrears: $260
• Late fees and court costs: $290
I'll keep this page updated with receipts as things happen.
- Deborah
- due date
- 2026-07-21
- bill type
- Rent arrears
Updates from Deborah
Good news. Because of your gifts ($205 in total) the plan for first month of rent as a buffer is now scheduled. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely.
Quick update: $120 raised so far (9%). the plan for utilities in arrears is now scheduled. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.
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you're not alone, Deborah. Your post was clear and honest. I'm in nursing myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you
Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. I hope July is when things finally get easier. Take care