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Keep a roof over Jennifer's head in Leicester

After a delayed insurance payout, Jennifer is 4 months behind on rent and has a termination letter from the landlord.

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Marilyn C. Barker
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Leicester
When my hours were cut in half in April, Jennifer fell 4 months behind on rent. Last Monday a termination letter was taped to the door, and the amount owed is $2,500. The landlord was understanding for a while, but has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by July, the family must leave. There are 2 children at home. Moving would mean new schools, a new commute and no deposit to put down anywhere else. Jennifer has started working weekend shifts, and is 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 $2,500 goes: • Rent arrears (4 months): $1,650 • Utilities in arrears: $220 • First month of rent as a buffer: $630 I'll pay this kindness forward the moment I'm able to.
due date
2026-07-01
bill type
Rent arrears
#rent#eviction-prevention#family#housing

Updates from Marilyn

  1. Small update. $1,386 so far, the plan for first month of rent as a buffer is now scheduled.

  2. Update from Leicester: I met with the landlord and confirmed the amounts. We're at 46% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.

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    “Get well soon. Thought of Jennifer all day after reading this. - Los Angeles”

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  • Eka Hesti Lestari

    Sending strength, Marilyn. I hope things turn around soon. My husband and I read this together. Blessings

    • Tim Jonas Schulz

      Best of luck. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. Love from San Nicolás de los Garza!

      • Kehinde Queen Okonkwo

        Stay strong. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Put this on a community board in Kochi this morning. God bless.

        • Elke Huber

          hope things get better soon, Marilyn. This could happen to any of us

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