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Keep a roof over Ryan's head in Oakland

A court summons for non-payment arrived last week. Ryan needs $3,100 to clear the arrears and stay housed in Oakland.

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Ryan Pena
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Oakland
When my hours were cut in half in August, I fell 3 months behind on rent. Last Saturday a court summons for non-payment was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $3,100. 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 3 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 extra hours at a market stall, 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 $3,100 goes: • Rent arrears (3 months): $2,100 • Late fees and court costs: $160 • Utilities in arrears: $240 • First month of rent as a buffer: $600 I never thought I'd be the one asking, and I'm grateful for every bit of support. - Ryan
due date
2026-10-22
bill type
Rent arrears
#rent#eviction-prevention#family#housing

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  • Yevhen Gusev

    you're not alone. It takes guts to ask. Well done. We lost years of savings to something like this so I get it. Thinking of Oakland.

    • Stella T. Nash

      Thanks for sharing this, Ryan. I hope things turn around soon. My neighbor in Mumbai donated after I showed her your page.

      • Chloé Océane Brun

        Praying for you, Ryan. A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon. I told my book club about it and three of them are giving too.

        • Ronaldo Marcelo Bezerra

          Thanks for sharing this, Ryan. Your post was clear and honest.

          • Ajay F. Kushwaha

            Sending good thoughts. Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like. Greetings from Cox's Bazar.

            • Rebecca W. Rice

              Hope things get better soon. Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. Put this on a community board in Nakhon Ratchasima this morning.

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