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Maya received an eviction notice - help us catch up on rent

A termination letter arrived last week. Maya needs $3,050 to clear the arrears and stay housed in Leeds.

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Maya E. Thomas
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Leeds
When my hours were cut in half in August, I fell 3 months behind on rent. Last Thursday a termination letter was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $3,050. 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 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 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 $3,050 goes: • Rent arrears (3 months): $2,000 • Late fees and court costs: $210 • Utilities in arrears: $290 • First month of rent as a buffer: $550 Ask me anything below before you decide. I'd rather you were sure.
due date
2026-11-28
bill type
Rent arrears
#rent#eviction-prevention#family#housing

Updates from Maya

  1. Update from Leeds: the first invoice got paid this week. We're at 31% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.

  2. We're at 17% thanks to 12 of you. the plan for rent arrears is now scheduled. More news soon.

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  • Gauri W. Deshpande

    You're not alone, Maya. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. We're a small family in San Antonio but we're thinking of you. Greetings from San Antonio.

    • Dong-hyun JangID verifiedPhoto verified

      Thinking of you and your family. Hope you get there. I hope November is when things finally get easier

      • Maria Romano

        Thinking of you and your family. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Our whole street has been following this since the weekend. Love from Cebu City

        • Hridoy Pavel Pramanik

          Take care, Maya. Shared this with my family. Read this on the bus and kept thinking about it all day. God bless.

          • Helene Emma Wagner

            I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. After 23 years in construction I know how hard it is to ask for anything. All the best.

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