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Stop the eviction: 2 months of rent for Heather's family in New York

A delayed insurance payout left Heather short on rent for 2 months; help us stay in our home.

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Heather Sutton
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New York
When the bakery closed in August, I fell 2 months behind on rent. Last Tuesday a termination letter was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $3,750. 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 teenager still in school 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 $3,750 goes: • Late fees and court costs: $220 • Rent arrears (2 months): $2,750 • First month of rent as a buffer: $780 Every share and every dollar helps.
due date
2026-11-15
bill type
Rent arrears
#rent#eviction-prevention#family#housing

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  • Alka R. GillID verified

    Hope things get better soon, Heather. Hope you get there. Please keep us posted. Greetings from Sheffield.

    • Caleb R. ColemanQuestion

      Can I help in a way that isn't money? I'm near New York

      • Heather SuttonOwnerAnswerPhoto verified

        Sharing the link is the biggest thing. And if you know anything about late fees and court costs, advice is welcome too. Good question.

    • Jacob M. Elliott

      Hang in there, Heather. Gave what I could, wish it was more. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected. Greetings from Casablanca.

      • Aisha Modupe Adeyemi

        Hope it all works out, Heather. Shared this with my family

        • Amit M. Kushwaha

          good luck, Heather. A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon. Wish I lived closer to Winnipeg so I could bring a meal

          • Kevin Kiptoo Temba

            sending love, Heather. Looking forward to the next update. My neighbor in Patras donated after I showed her your page

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