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Keep a roof over Skylar's head in Houston
A termination letter arrived last week. Skylar needs $3,500 to clear the arrears and stay housed in Houston.
🇺🇸 Houston, Texas, United States2,954 views
When the restaurant closed in September, I fell 3 months behind on rent. Last Tuesday a termination letter was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $3,500.
My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by December, we must leave.
I have three school-aged 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 weekend shifts, 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 $3,500 goes:
• Rent arrears (3 months): $2,100
• Utilities in arrears: $240
• First month of rent as a buffer: $1,160
I'll pay this kindness forward the moment I'm able to.
- due date
- 2025-10-31
- bill type
- Rent arrears
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Rooting for you, Skylar. This could happen to any of us. Take care.
Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. Love from Kharkiv.
Thanks for sharing this. I hope things turn around soon. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double. God bless.
You're not alone, Skylar. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Take care