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

A termination letter arrived last week. Ruth needs $3,650 to clear the arrears and stay housed in Bronx.

🇺🇸 Bronx, New York, United States2,758 views
Ruth T. Walters
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Bronx
After a sudden layoff at the construction firm, I fell 5 months behind on rent. Last Sunday a termination letter 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 December, we must leave. I have two young 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 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. The money will be paid directly to the landlord and I'll upload the receipt once it's done. Where the $3,650 goes: • First month of rent as a buffer: $750 • Late fees and court costs: $420 • Rent arrears (5 months): $2,480 Thanks for reading all this. - Ruth
due date
2025-12-03
bill type
Rent arrears
#rent#eviction-prevention#family#housing

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  • Addison R. HollowayPhoto verified

    Sending love. I hope things turn around soon. I went through something like this 13 years ago and strangers helped me out.

    • Ananya N. PanickerVerified organization

      I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected. Greetings from Ikeja.

      • Evelyn Le

        thanks for sharing this. This could happen to any of us. Don't be hard on yourself for asking. Thinking of Bronx

        • Sani Musa Zakari

          Looking forward to the next update. Love from Naivasha.

          • Gloria S. Fowler

            Thanks for sharing this. Looking forward to the next update. I'll check back for the next update

            • Carmela E. Torres

              Thinking of you, Ruth. Shared it with a few friends. All the best.

              • Intan Kartika SihombingVerified organization

                Good luck. Hope you get there. I went through something like this 11 years ago and strangers helped me out

                • Stefan SchultePhoto verified

                  Hope it all works out, Ruth. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. I told my book club about it and three of them are giving too. Love from Mthatha.

                  • Roman Stanislav Kovalev

                    You're not alone. A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon. I'm in farming myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you.

                    • Eleni Birtukan Nigussie

                      It takes guts to ask. Well done. We're a small family in Dharan but we're thinking of you. All the best.

                      • Meltem Eda Bulut

                        Sending good thoughts. Looking forward to the next update. I went through something like this 2 years ago and strangers helped me out. Greetings from Niterói.

                        • Varsha H. Warrier

                          rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. After 10 years in public service I know how hard it's to ask for anything.

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