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Keep a roof over Vladimir's head in Saint Petersburg

A car accident left Vladimir short on rent for 5 months; help us stay in our home.

🇷🇺 Saint Petersburg, Saint Petersburg, Russia734 views
Vladimir Boris Polyakov
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Saint Petersburg
Following a long illness in the family, I fell 5 months behind on rent. Last Sunday a final eviction notice was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $1,100. My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by October, 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. 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 $1,100 goes: • Rent arrears (5 months): $760 • Late fees and court costs: $100 • Utilities in arrears: $65 • First month of rent as a buffer: $175 I'll keep this page updated with receipts as things happen. - Vladimir
due date
2026-12-07
bill type
Rent arrears
#rent#eviction-prevention#family#housing

Updates from Vladimir

  1. Thank you all. We're at 21% now ($230). I'm honestly stunned. we've booked the dates and paid the deposit.

  2. Update from Saint Petersburg: we've started the first stage. We're at 13% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.

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    Would recommend to anyone

    I had a complex problem and this person helped me navigate it step by step. Their expertise combined with their kindness made all the difference.

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    Really cared about my situation

    I had a complex problem and this person helped me navigate it step by step. Their expertise combined with their kindness made all the difference.

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    I was struggling and didn't know where to turn. This person stepped in without hesitation and provided exactly what I needed. Their compassion and expertise made all the difference in my life.

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  • Tashana W. Samuels

    Hope things get better soon. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like. Love from Córdoba

    • Remedios T. Velasco

      I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like. Thinking of Saint Petersburg.

      • Henry Kunle Obi

        best of luck, Vladimir. This could happen to any of us. Put this on a community board in Rome this morning. Thinking of Saint Petersburg.

        • Suresh B. Rathore

          Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Don't be hard on yourself for asking. Greetings from Olinda.

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