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Keep a roof over Melanie's head in Chattanooga
A long illness left Melanie short on rent for 3 months; help us stay in our home.
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After a sudden layoff at the construction firm, I fell 3 months behind on rent. Last Friday a termination letter was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $2,550.
My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by November, we must leave.
I've 4 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 night deliveries, and I'm applying for help from local services, but nothing will arrive in time without the rest of the gap covered here.
Funds go to the landlord and nowhere else. Any amount left over after the arrears are cleared will go toward next month's rent.
Where the $2,550 goes:
• Late fees and court costs: $320
• Utilities in arrears: $145
• Rent arrears (3 months): $2,085
I'll pay this kindness forward the moment I'm able to.
- Melanie
- due date
- 2026-10-27
- bill type
- Rent arrears
Updates from Melanie
We're at 30% thanks to 27 of you. the first invoice got paid this week. More news soon.
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I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. I went through something like this 5 years ago and strangers helped me out. God bless
Good luck. Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. Take care!
Thinking of you. Gave what I could, wish it was more. Greetings from Warri.
Thinking of you, Melanie. Looking forward to the next update. Love from Alexandria.
sending good thoughts. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. Please keep us posted.