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Keep a roof over Juan's head in Chicago

After a cut in working hours, Juan is 4 months behind on rent and has a notice to vacate from the landlord.

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Juan J. Soriano
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Chicago
Following a long illness in the family, I fell 4 months behind on rent. Last Tuesday a notice to vacate was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $4,100. 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've 2 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 $4,100 goes: • Rent arrears (4 months): $2,800 • Late fees and court costs: $410 • Utilities in arrears: $180 • First month of rent as a buffer: $710 Every share and every dollar helps.
due date
2026-07-19
bill type
Rent arrears
#rent#eviction-prevention#family#housing

Updates from Juan

  1. Thank you all. We're at 30% now ($1,237). I'm honestly stunned. we've booked the dates and paid the deposit.

  2. Small update. $1,237 so far, I met with the landlord and confirmed the amounts.

  3. Update from Chicago: we've booked the dates and paid the deposit. We're at 10% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.

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    “Praying for you. Hope the July deadline works out. - Seattle”

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    “From my family to yours. Thought of Juan all day after reading this. - Lahore”

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    “Hang in there. Thought of Juan all day after reading this. - Hyderabad”

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    “Best of luck. Hope the July deadline works out. - Winston-Salem”

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  • Itzel J. Tapia

    Best of luck, Juan. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. I hope July is when things finally get easier. God bless.

    • Apurva G. Bhatt

      So sorry you're going through this, Juan. Hope you get there. Read this on the bus and kept thinking about it all day

      • Mustafa Jamal SarkisPhoto verified

        So sorry you're going through this, Juan. A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon. I have a 6 year old who wants to send good wishes too. All the best.

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