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Stop the eviction: 3 months of rent for Irene's family in San Jose

After a cut in working hours, Irene is 3 months behind on rent and has a final eviction notice from the landlord.

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Irene B. Chávez
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San Jose
When my hours were cut in half in June, I fell 3 months behind on rent. Last Tuesday a final eviction notice was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $3,600. My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by October, we must leave. I have two young 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 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. The money will be paid directly to the landlord and I'll upload the receipt once it's done. Where the $3,600 goes: • Rent arrears (3 months): $1,900 • Late fees and court costs: $390 • Utilities in arrears: $155 • First month of rent as a buffer: $1,155 I'll pay this kindness forward the moment I'm able to. - Irene
due date
2026-09-20
bill type
Rent arrears

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  • Wishing you peace, Irene. Hope you get there.

    • Irfan Muhammad PanePhoto verified

      Take care, Irene. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Love from Jakarta Selatan

      • hope you get there. Put this on a community board in New Delhi this morning.

        • Aaron G. HaynesPhoto verified

          Thinking of you, Irene. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. The breakdown of costs made it easy to trust. Thinking of San Jose.

          • Senthil K. ReddyPhoto verified

            Praying for you, Irene. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. After 18 years in farming I know how hard it's to ask for anything. Blessings.

            • sending strength, Irene. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. I'll check back for the next update. God bless.

              • Wishing you peace. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Thinking of San Jose

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