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A court summons for non-payment arrived last week. Wayne needs $3,150 to clear the arrears and stay housed in Chicago.

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Wayne S. Vasquez
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Chicago
When the bakery closed in July, I fell 3 months behind on rent. Last Wednesday a court summons for non-payment was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $3,150. 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 toddler and a baby 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 evenings as a cleaner, 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 $3,150 goes: • Rent arrears (3 months): $1,850 • Late fees and court costs: $250 • Utilities in arrears: $105 • First month of rent as a buffer: $945 I never thought I'd be the one asking, and I'm grateful for every bit of support.
due date
2026-10-17
bill type
Rent arrears
#rent#eviction-prevention#family#housing

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  • Isabelle Bridges

    Rooting for you, Wayne. This could happen to any of us. I have a 9 year old who wants to send good wishes too. Blessings

    • Tae-yang Ji-ho Bae

      Sending love, Wayne. This could happen to any of us. Sent it to 34 people at work. Thinking of Chicago

      • Kayode Rotimi AjayiID verified

        thanks for sharing this, Wayne. Shared this with my family.

        • Tuva Cecilia Lindström

          Thinking of you, Wayne. Hope you get there. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money. Greetings from Bandung

          • Daniel K. Brown

            Sending strength, Wayne. A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon. Wish I lived closer to Thane so I could bring a meal. Greetings from Mar del Plata

            • Funmilayo Blessing Williams

              Best of luck, Wayne. Shared this with my family

              • Carlo M. ManaloAddress verified

                sending love, Wayne. Gave what I could, wish it was more. Please keep us posted. All the best

                • Julia F. Burke

                  rooting for you. Shared it with a few friends. Sent it to 28 people at work. Thinking of Chicago.

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