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Stop the eviction: 2 months of rent for Laura's family in Brooklyn
A long illness left Laura short on rent for 2 months; help us stay in our home.
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After a sudden layoff at the construction firm, I fell 2 months behind on rent. Last Friday a 10-day notice to quit was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $4,600.
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 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 $4,600 goes:
• Rent arrears (2 months): $3,450
• First month of rent as a buffer: $980
• Utilities in arrears: $170
You're what makes this possible, and I'll never forget it.
- Laura
- due date
- 2026-10-08
- bill type
- Rent arrears
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Thanks for sharing this, Laura. Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps
Sending strength. This could happen to any of us. This is the second need I've supported on here and the first that made me cry. Take care.
sending strength, Laura. Shared it with a few friends. I have a 5 year old who wants to send good wishes too. Greetings from Peoria
So sorry you're going through this, Laura. Your post was clear and honest. Love from Mapo.
rooting for you, Laura. A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon. Thinking of Brooklyn
You're not alone. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Sent it to 19 people at work
Good luck, Laura. It takes guts to ask. Well done. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money.
Wishing you peace, Laura. Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. Read this on the bus and kept thinking about it all day. All the best
This could happen to any of us. My neighbor in Reims donated after I showed her your page. God bless
best of luck. Your post was clear and honest. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money. Greetings from Portland!