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Keep a roof over Travis's head in Newcastle upon Tyne
After a sudden layoff, Travis is 5 months behind on rent and has a court summons for non-payment from the landlord.
🇬🇧 Newcastle upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom2,821 views
When my hours were cut in half in June, I fell 5 months behind on rent. Last Monday a court summons for non-payment was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $3,650.
My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by September, 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 night deliveries, 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 $3,650 goes:
• Rent arrears (5 months): $2,450
• Late fees and court costs: $260
• Utilities in arrears: $100
• First month of rent as a buffer: $840
I'll keep this page updated with receipts as things happen.
- due date
- 2026-09-24
- bill type
- Rent arrears
Updates from Travis
Small update. $2,211 so far, I made the first payment toward utilities in arrears.
Good news. Because of your gifts ($1,100 in total) the first invoice got paid this week. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely.
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Sending love. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. My brother had a similar thing happen so this one hit home. All the best
can I help in a way that isn't money? I'm near Newcastle upon Tyne.
I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. Greetings from Seoul.
Stay strong, Travis. Hope this works out for you.
Thinking of you, Travis. Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps.
Wishing you the best, Travis. Shared it with a few friends. Take care.