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Keep a roof over Faith's head in San Francisco

After a divorce, Faith is 4 months behind on rent and has a notice to vacate from the landlord.

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Faith L. Palmer
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San Francisco
After a car accident that kept me from work for 12 weeks, I fell 4 months behind on rent. Last Thursday a notice to vacate was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $5,400. My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by November, 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 night deliveries, 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 $5,400 goes: • Rent arrears (4 months): $3,750 • Late fees and court costs: $320 • Utilities in arrears: $180 • First month of rent as a buffer: $1,150 Ask me anything below before you decide. I'd rather you were sure. - Faith
due date
2024-12-04
bill type
Rent arrears

Updates from Faith

  1. Thank you all. We're at 49% now ($2,646). I'm honestly stunned. I met with the landlord and confirmed the amounts.

  2. Quick update: $950 raised so far (18%). the plan for first month of rent as a buffer is now scheduled. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.

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    “Hope the November deadline works out. - İzmir”

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  • you're not alone. Looking forward to the next update. Thinking of San Francisco.

    • Priya D. BishtPhoto verified

      Sending good thoughts. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. It's not much but it's yours.

      • Sending strength. Shared this with my family. I'm in public service myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. Take care.

        • Hope things get better soon. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. This is the second need I've supported on here and the first that made me cry. Greetings from Caloocan.

          • So sorry you're going through this, Faith. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Our whole street has been following this since the weekend. Greetings from Huntsville.

            • Stay strong, Faith. Hope this works out for you. God bless.

              • shared this with my family. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected

                • Shared it with a few friends. I went through something like this 13 years ago and strangers helped me out.

                  • Keep going, Faith. A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon. Thinking of San Francisco!

                    • Emilia KnightAddress verified

                      Sending love, Faith. It takes guts to ask. Well done. The breakdown of costs made it easy to trust.

                      • Wishing you peace. Shared it with a few friends. Love from Cox's Bazar

                        • Stay strong, Faith. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Greetings from Nairobi.

                          • Wishing you the best, Faith. It takes guts to ask. Well done. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money.

                            • Hope it all works out. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. I have a 8 year old who wants to send good wishes too. Blessings

                              • Thanks for sharing this. Shared this with my family. Don't be hard on yourself for asking. Blessings!

                                • wishing you peace. It takes guts to ask. Well done. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money. All the best

                                  • Best of luck, Faith. Hope this works out for you. The breakdown of costs made it easy to trust.

                                    • Shared it with a few friends. I have a 15 year old who wants to send good wishes too. All the best

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