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Stop the eviction: 3 months of rent for Marta's family in Augusta
A court summons for non-payment arrived last week. Marta needs $1,500 to clear the arrears and stay housed in Augusta.
🇺🇸 Augusta, Georgia, United States1,101 views
After a car accident that kept me from work for 3 weeks, I fell 3 months behind on rent. Last Sunday a court summons for non-payment was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $1,500.
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 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 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.
The money will be paid directly to the landlord and I'll upload the receipt once it's done.
Where the $1,500 goes:
• Utilities in arrears: $260
• Late fees and court costs: $430
• First month of rent as a buffer: $810
Thank you for reading my story.
- Marta
- due date
- 2026-08-18
- bill type
- Rent arrears
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Wishing you peace, Marta. This could happen to any of us. Don't give up. Love from Cali.
I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. I went through something like this 11 years ago and strangers helped me out. Love from Paarl.
thinking of you and your family. It takes guts to ask. Well done. My father had a similar thing happen so this one hit home. Blessings.
Good luck, Marta. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. My colleague had a similar thing happen so this one hit home. Take care.
Sending good thoughts, Marta. Shared it with a few friends. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected.
stay strong, Marta. A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon. It's not much but it's yours.
Thanks for sharing this, Marta. Gave what I could, wish it was more. I'm in social work myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. God bless
Thinking of you and your family, Marta. A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon. My neighbor in Rohini donated after I showed her your page. Greetings from Rohini.
You're not alone, Marta. A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon. Love from Fresno!
wishing you the best, Marta. Looking forward to the next update. My neighbor in Ogbomosho donated after I showed her your page. Greetings from Ogbomosho.
Best of luck, Marta. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Please keep us posted. Take care