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Keep a roof over Terry's head in Sheffield
A car accident left Terry short on rent for 4 months; help us stay in our home.
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When the restaurant closed in August, I fell 4 months behind on rent. Last Monday a court summons for non-payment was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $3,350.
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 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 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 $3,350 goes:
• Rent arrears (4 months): $2,450
• Late fees and court costs: $280
• Utilities in arrears: $120
• First month of rent as a buffer: $500
Ask me anything below before you decide. I'd rather you were sure.
- due date
- 2026-11-27
- bill type
- Rent arrears
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So sorry you're going through this, Terry. Hope you get there. All the best.
Hang in there, Terry. Looking forward to the next update. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected
Sending good thoughts. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Don't be hard on yourself for asking.
Take care, Terry. Hope this works out for you. Don't be hard on yourself for asking. God bless
Sending love, Terry. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. Greetings from Derry.
best of luck. Shared this with my family. We lost years of savings to something like this so I get it. Love from Makati.