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Stop the eviction: 3 months of rent for Nora's family in Rockford
After the loss of a second income, Nora is 3 months behind on rent and has a notice to vacate from the landlord.
🇺🇸 Rockford, Illinois, United States704 views
When the textile factory closed in September, I fell 3 months behind on rent. Last Sunday a notice to vacate was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $2,900.
My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by November, we must leave.
I've 3 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 night deliveries, 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 $2,900 goes:
• Rent arrears (3 months): $1,950
• Late fees and court costs: $185
• Utilities in arrears: $170
• First month of rent as a buffer: $595
Even a small gift gets used right away and I'll thank you myself.
- Nora
- due date
- 2026-10-23
- bill type
- Rent arrears
Updates from Nora
Small update. $355 so far, I made the first payment toward late fees and court costs.
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“Sending love. Hope you get the rest soon. - Cork”
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“Blessings. Thought of Nora all day after reading this.”
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You're not alone. Your post was clear and honest. It's not much but it's yours. All the best.
Thinking of you. Shared this with my family. I went through something like this 2 years ago and strangers helped me out. Thinking of Rockford.
This could happen to any of us. I'm in farming myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you.
I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. Put this on a community board in Curitiba this morning. God bless.
thinking of you, Nora. Hope you get there. Greetings from Nairobi.