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Keep a roof over Melanie's head in Yonkers
A final eviction notice arrived last week. Melanie needs $5,150 to clear the arrears and stay housed in Yonkers.
🇺🇸 Yonkers, New York, United States2,022 views
When the call centre closed in May, I fell 4 months behind on rent. Last Sunday a final eviction notice was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $5,150.
My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by August, 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 evenings as a cleaner, 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 $5,150 goes:
• Rent arrears (4 months): $3,850
• Late fees and court costs: $220
• Utilities in arrears: $140
• First month of rent as a buffer: $940
I'll pay this kindness forward the moment I'm able to.
- Melanie
- due date
- 2026-08-27
- bill type
- Rent arrears
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Rooting for you, Melanie. Your post was clear and honest. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money. All the best.
So sorry you're going through this, Melanie. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. I told my book club about it and three of them are giving too. Love from Gaziantep.
Sending love, Melanie. Looking forward to the next update. Please keep us posted. Love from Feira de Santana.
so sorry you're going through this, Melanie. Hope you get there. Take care.
Take care, Melanie. Gave what I could, wish it was more. After 13 years in hospitality I know how hard it's to ask for anything. All the best.
best of luck, Melanie. I hope things turn around soon