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Keep a roof over Dennis's head in London

A court summons for non-payment arrived last week. Dennis needs $4,000 to clear the arrears and stay housed in London.

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Dennis B. Bates
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London
When the hotel closed in May, I fell 4 months behind on rent. Last Friday a court summons for non-payment was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $4,000. My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by August, 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. 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 $4,000 goes: • Rent arrears (4 months): $3,150 • Late fees and court costs: $110 • Utilities in arrears: $250 • First month of rent as a buffer: $490 Whatever you can give, even just sharing this page, means a lot.
due date
2026-09-05
bill type
Rent arrears
#rent#eviction-prevention#family#housing

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  • Mia J. Green

    thinking of you, Dennis. A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon

    • Olof Lars Jansson

      Sending good thoughts, Dennis. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes

      • Cristiane SantanaID verified

        Wishing you the best, Dennis. I hope things turn around soon. I told my book club about it and three of them are giving too. All the best

        • Sneha L. Saxena

          Hang in there, Dennis. I hope things turn around soon!

          • Razvan Gabriel Preda

            praying for you. Your post was clear and honest. This is the second need I've supported on here and the first that made me cry. Blessings.

            • Susana M. Álvarez

              hope things get better soon, Dennis. A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon. Take care.

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