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

A cut in working hours left Nora short on rent for 4 months; help us stay in our home.

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Illinois, United States2,478 views
Nora M. Reid
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Rockford
Following a long illness in the family, I fell 4 months behind on rent. Last Sunday a 10-day notice to quit was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $2,800. My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by July, we must leave. I've 1 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 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 $2,800 goes: โ€ข Utilities in arrears: $155 โ€ข Rent arrears (4 months): $2,400 โ€ข Late fees and court costs: $245 Please ask me anything in the questions section. I'll answer honestly and quickly.
due date
2025-07-07
bill type
Rent arrears

Updates from Nora

  1. We're at 49% thanks to 28 of you. the plan for utilities in arrears is now scheduled. More news soon.

  2. Update from Rockford: we've started the first stage. We're at 15% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.

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    โ€œHappy to help. Thought of Nora all day after reading this. - Fresnoโ€

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    โ€œKeep your head up. Hope the July deadline works out. - Seoulโ€

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  • Take care, Nora. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. God bless.

    • Thinking of you, Nora. Shared it with a few friends. It's not much but it's yours. Take care!

      • Saki YokoyamaPhoto verified

        praying for you, Nora. A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon. Greetings from Durgapur

        • take care, Nora. Gave what I could, wish it was more. I hope July is when things finally get easier.

          • thanks for sharing this, Nora. Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps.

            • Bennett WaltersVerified organizationPhoto verified

              Thinking of you and your family. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. Read this on the bus and kept thinking about it all day

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