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Keep a roof over Joseph's head in Bronx
After a divorce, Joseph is 3 months behind on rent and has a notice to vacate from the landlord.
🇺🇸 Bronx, New York, United States3,962 views
Following a long illness in the family, I fell 3 months behind on rent. Last Sunday a notice to vacate was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $3,850.
My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by September, 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 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.
The money will be paid directly to the landlord and I'll upload the receipt once it's done.
Where the $3,850 goes:
• Rent arrears (3 months): $2,350
• Late fees and court costs: $430
• Utilities in arrears: $145
• First month of rent as a buffer: $925
Ask me anything below before you decide. I'd rather you were sure.
- due date
- 2025-09-02
- bill type
- Rent arrears
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Keep going, Joseph. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. I'm in customer support myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you.
So sorry you're going through this, Joseph. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. My cousin had a similar thing happen so this one hit home.
Thinking of you and your family, Joseph. Shared it with a few friends. I have a 16 year old who wants to send good wishes too.
thinking of you and your family, Joseph. It takes guts to ask. Well done
Thinking of you, Joseph. A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon.
wishing you peace. Gave what I could, wish it was more. Read this on the bus and kept thinking about it all day. Blessings.