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Keep a roof over Jose's head in Birmingham

A notice to vacate arrived last week. Jose needs $2,350 to clear the arrears and stay housed in Birmingham.

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Jose Nguyen
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Birmingham
Following a long illness in the family, I fell 4 months behind on rent. Last Sunday a notice to vacate was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $2,350. 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 three school-aged 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 weekend shifts, 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 $2,350 goes: • Late fees and court costs: $350 • Utilities in arrears: $125 • Rent arrears (4 months): $1,875 Thanks for being kind about this.
due date
2024-09-07
bill type
Rent arrears
#rent#eviction-prevention#family#housing

Updates from Jose

  1. Wanted to say thank you properly. 58% funded and the first invoice got paid this week.

  2. 24% there. the plan for rent arrears is now scheduled. Thank you.

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    “Every little bit. Hope the July deadline works out. - Manchester”

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  • Oliver N. Weber

    Thinking of you, Jose. Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. Don't be hard on yourself for asking!

    • Yu-na Bo-ra Kwak

      Praying for you. Hope this works out for you. Love from Tiruchirappalli.

      • Héctor C. Velasco

        Sending strength, Jose. A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon. We're a small family in San Francisco but we're thinking of you. Love from San Francisco.

        • Joyce B. Schmidt

          Wishing you peace, Jose. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. Thinking of Birmingham.

          • Hendrik A. Joubert

            Wishing you the best, Jose. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. Take care.

            • Deniz Gökhan Kaplan

              Take care. I hope things turn around soon. Don't give up

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