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Stop the eviction: 3 months of rent for Mia's family in Allentown
The loss of a second income left Mia short on rent for 3 months; help us stay in our home.
🇺🇸 Allentown, Pennsylvania, United States4,335 views
Following a long illness in the family, I fell 3 months behind on rent. Last Wednesday a 10-day notice to quit was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $3,200.
My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by February, we must leave.
I have three school-aged 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 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 $3,200 goes:
• Rent arrears (3 months): $2,150
• Late fees and court costs: $310
• Utilities in arrears: $220
• First month of rent as a buffer: $520
You're what makes this possible, and I'll never forget it.
- Mia
- due date
- 2026-03-31
- bill type
- Rent arrears
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Thinking of you and your family, Mia. This could happen to any of us. Don't give up
I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. Greetings from Málaga!
I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. After 14 years in construction I know how hard it's to ask for anything.
looking forward to the next update. Wish I lived closer to Tarragona so I could bring a meal. Thinking of Allentown.
Sending good thoughts, Mia. I hope things turn around soon. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money.