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A cut in working hours left Ricardo short on rent for 3 months; help us stay in our home.
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When my hours were cut in half in August, I fell 3 months behind on rent. Last Wednesday a court summons for non-payment was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $3,900.
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 two part-time jobs, 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 $3,900 goes:
• Rent arrears (3 months): $2,700
• Late fees and court costs: $240
• Utilities in arrears: $270
• First month of rent as a buffer: $690
Thank you for reading my story.
- Ricardo
- due date
- 2026-11-07
- bill type
- Rent arrears
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Hang in there, Ricardo. Shared this with my family. Wish I lived closer to Bakersfield so I could bring a meal. God bless.