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

A final eviction notice arrived last week. Silvia needs $3,100 to clear the arrears and stay housed in Pittsburgh.

🇺🇸 Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States1,692 views
Silvia Cortés
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Pittsburgh
When my hours were cut in half in December, I fell 5 months behind on rent. Last Monday a final eviction notice was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $3,100. My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by April, 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 two part-time jobs, 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 $3,100 goes: • Rent arrears (5 months): $1,850 • Late fees and court costs: $360 • Utilities in arrears: $230 • First month of rent as a buffer: $660 I'll pay this kindness forward the moment I'm able to.
due date
2026-02-27
bill type
Rent arrears
#rent#eviction-prevention#family#housing

Updates from Silvia

  1. Update from Pittsburgh: I met with the landlord and confirmed the amounts. We're at 23% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.

  2. Quick update: $536 raised so far (17%). the plan for first month of rent as a buffer is now scheduled. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.

  3. Small update. $241 so far, we've started the first stage.

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  • Rekha B. ChopraID verifiedPhoto verified

    Rooting for you. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. Greetings from Makassar

    • Kendall M. Lynch

      So sorry you're going through this, Silvia. Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. Put this on a community board in Makati this morning.

      • Julieta A. Rangel

        Rooting for you, Silvia. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Don't be hard on yourself for asking. All the best.

        • Raymond E. Lee

          best of luck, Silvia. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. Thinking of Pittsburgh.

          • Gabriela Vasile

            Hang in there, Silvia. Your post was clear and honest. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money

            $1,316 raised of $3,100

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