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Keep a roof over Lauren's head in Bakersfield
A notice to vacate arrived last week. Lauren needs $4,400 to clear the arrears and stay housed in Bakersfield.
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After a car accident that kept me from work for 8 weeks, I fell 3 months behind on rent. Last Thursday a notice to vacate was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $4,400.
My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by October, we must leave.
I've 1 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 $4,400 goes:
• Late fees and court costs: $260
• First month of rent as a buffer: $740
• Rent arrears (3 months): $3,400
Every share and every dollar helps.
- due date
- 2026-09-25
- bill type
- Rent arrears
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“Hope the October deadline works out. - Newport”
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Sending good thoughts, Lauren. I hope things turn around soon.
Is there anything that isn't money that would help Lauren?
Thank you. If you're in Bakersfield I'll say if something practical comes up. For now sharing this is great. Let me know if you want more detail.
keep going, Lauren. Shared this with my family. Greetings from Mumbai.
Hope this works out for you. Greetings from Wrocław.
rooting for you, Lauren. Shared this with my family. Greetings from Düsseldorf