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Stop the eviction: 3 months of rent for Miles's family in Birmingham
A delayed insurance payout left Miles short on rent for 3 months; help us stay in our home.
🇬🇧 Birmingham, England, United Kingdom2,274 views
When my hours were cut in half in May, 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 $2,800.
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 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 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 $2,800 goes:
• Rent arrears (3 months): $1,750
• Late fees and court costs: $340
• Utilities in arrears: $200
• First month of rent as a buffer: $510
I never thought I'd be the one asking, and I'm grateful for every bit of support.
- Miles
- due date
- 2026-08-08
- bill type
- Rent arrears
Updates from Miles
Thank you all. We're at 50% now ($1,389). I'm honestly stunned. we've booked the dates and paid the deposit.
Small update. $667 so far, we've booked the dates and paid the deposit.
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hope this works out for you. My neighbor in Jakarta Selatan donated after I showed her your page. Greetings from Jakarta Selatan.
Best of luck, Miles. Your post was clear and honest. God bless.
Take care, Miles. Hope this works out for you.