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Stop the eviction: 3 months of rent for Richard's family in Tema

After a sudden layoff, Richard is 3 months behind on rent and has a 10-day notice to quit from the landlord.

🇬🇭 Tema, Greater Accra, Ghana769 views

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When my hours were cut in half in December, I fell 3 months behind on rent. Last Saturday a 10-day notice to quit was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $550. 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 a teenager still in school 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 $550 goes: • Rent arrears (3 months): $410 • Late fees and court costs: $45 • Utilities in arrears: $30 • First month of rent as a buffer: $65 Glad we found this place.

due date: 2025-02-25
bill type: Rent arrears

#rent #eviction-prevention #family #housing

Updates from Richard

Thank you all. We're at 41% now ($225). I'm honestly stunned. the first invoice got paid this week.
Update from Tema: we've booked the dates and paid the deposit. We're at 8% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.
We're at 22% thanks to 3 of you. the plan for utilities in arrears is now scheduled. More news soon.

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Marites T. TorresPhoto verified
You're not alone, Richard. I hope things turn around soon. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected. Greetings from Kyiv
Naresh L. Anand
thinking of you and your family, Richard. Shared it with a few friends. It's not much but it's yours.
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take care, Richard. Gave what I could, wish it was more

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