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A notice to vacate arrived last week. Paisley needs $2,900 to clear the arrears and stay housed in London.
🇬🇧 London, England, United Kingdom651 views
Following a long illness in the family, I fell 5 months behind on rent. Last Friday a notice to vacate was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $2,900.
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 have two young 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 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 $2,900 goes:
• First month of rent as a buffer: $890
• Late fees and court costs: $100
• Rent arrears (5 months): $1,910
You're what makes this possible, and I'll never forget it.
- due date
- 2026-10-01
- bill type
- Rent arrears
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is there a list of costs somewhere? Just curious how it adds up for Paisley.
Everything on the list is an amount I've been quoted or invoiced. first month of rent as a buffer comes first ($890) and I'll update the page as each thing gets paid. Good question.
So sorry you're going through this. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. Please keep us posted. Greetings from Kawasaki.
Hope things get better soon, Paisley. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. Thinking of London.
thanks for sharing this. Hope this works out for you. Our whole street has been following this since the weekend. Take care.
How is Paisley doing now?
Thanks for sharing this. I hope things turn around soon. Greetings from Regensburg.
is there anything that isn't money that would help Paisley?
your post was clear and honest. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected. Blessings.
Wishing you the best, Paisley. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better
Hang in there, Paisley. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like. Love from Edinburgh.
You're not alone, Paisley. It takes guts to ask. Well done. After 22 years in engineering I know how hard it's to ask for anything. Love from Badagry.
You're not alone, Paisley. A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon. This is the second need I've supported on here and the first that made me cry. God bless.
Sending strength. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Love from Rohini.