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Keep a roof over Isaac's head in Columbia
After a cut in working hours, Isaac is 5 months behind on rent and has a final eviction notice from the landlord.
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Following a long illness in the family, I fell 5 months behind on rent. Last Friday a final eviction notice was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $4,350.
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 evenings as a cleaner, 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 $4,350 goes:
• Rent arrears (5 months): $3,200
• Late fees and court costs: $150
• Utilities in arrears: $130
• First month of rent as a buffer: $870
You're what makes this possible, and I'll never forget it.
- Isaac
- due date
- 2026-06-14
- bill type
- Rent arrears
Updates from Isaac
Wanted to say thank you properly. 10% funded and I met with the landlord and confirmed the amounts.
Quick update: $401 raised so far (9%). I made the first payment toward first month of rent as a buffer. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.
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any update on how things are going in Columbia?
a colleague of mine might know someone for this in Missouri. I'll ask around and let you know!
Thanks for sharing this. Gave what I could, wish it was more. I'm in engineering myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. Take care.
Keep going, Isaac. Hope this works out for you. Blessings.
Sending strength, Isaac. Shared this with my family. We lost years of savings to something like this so I get it. Take care