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

A car accident left Samir short on rent for 4 months; help us stay in our home.

🇺🇸 El Paso, Texas, United States1,983 views
Samir Imad Zaki
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El Paso
When the bakery closed in May, I fell 4 months behind on rent. Last Friday a court summons for non-payment was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $1,450. 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 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. The money will be paid directly to the landlord and I'll upload the receipt once it's done. Where the $1,450 goes: • Late fees and court costs: $250 • First month of rent as a buffer: $840 • Utilities in arrears: $360 Whatever you can give, even just sharing this page, means a lot.
due date
2026-08-15
bill type
Rent arrears
#rent#eviction-prevention#family#housing

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    “Happy to help. Hope the September deadline works out. - Caloocan”

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  • Laiba Sumbal Sandhu

    Keep going, Samir. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. After 26 years in hospitality I know how hard it's to ask for anything. Take care

    • Shawn P. Murray

      So sorry you're going through this, Samir. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. The breakdown of costs made it easy to trust.

      • Mateo B. Simpson

        Wishing you the best. Looking forward to the next update. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like. Love from Kota

        • Toàn Lộc Ngo

          praying for you. Hope you get there. We lost years of savings to something like this so I get it

          • Micah C. Arnold

            I hope things turn around soon. It's not much but it's yours. Love from Shinjuku.

            • Eliana R. Norwood

              You're not alone, Samir. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together.

              • Levi D. Pearson

                Sending love, Samir. Looking forward to the next update. Sent it to 13 people at work.

                • Yamuna J. Gounder

                  Wishing you the best. Hope this works out for you. I have a 14 year old who wants to send good wishes too.

                  • Namukasa Ruth Mwende

                    thanks for sharing this, Samir. Hope you get there. My husband and I read this together.

                    • Hüseyin Burak Bayram

                      Hope this works out for you. Love from Mississauga.

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