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Stop the eviction: 2 months of rent for Teresa's family in Manchester
After a sudden layoff, Teresa is 2 months behind on rent and has a final eviction notice from the landlord.
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When the bakery closed in June, I fell 2 months behind on rent. Last Thursday a final eviction notice 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 August, 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 evenings as a cleaner, 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 $3,650 goes:
• Rent arrears (2 months): $2,500
• Late fees and court costs: $195
• First month of rent as a buffer: $955
If you're reading this, thank you.
- due date
- 2026-08-01
- bill type
- Rent arrears
Updates from Teresa
Good news. Because of your gifts ($1,668 in total) the first invoice got paid this week. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely.
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Hang in there. This could happen to any of us. I went through something like this 2 years ago and strangers helped me out. All the best
Rooting for you. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. Blessings.
So sorry you're going through this. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. My husband and I read this together. Thinking of Manchester
wishing you the best, Teresa. I hope things turn around soon. Our whole street has been following this since the weekend. Take care!
sending good thoughts, Teresa. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double.
You're not alone. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Love from Bologna.
Stay strong, Teresa. Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. Thinking of Manchester.
shared it with a few friends. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money
Best of luck, Teresa. Shared this with my family. Love from Tarkwa.
keep going, Teresa. This could happen to any of us. I hope August is when things finally get easier
Thinking of you. I hope things turn around soon. Thinking of Manchester.