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Stop the eviction: 3 months of rent for Santiago's family in Houston

After a divorce, Santiago is 3 months behind on rent and has a notice to vacate from the landlord.

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Santiago McDaniel
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After a sudden layoff at the construction firm, I fell 3 months behind on rent. Last Wednesday a notice to vacate was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $2,600. My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by October, we must leave. I have a toddler and a baby 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 weekend shifts, 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 $2,600 goes: • Rent arrears (3 months): $1,650 • Utilities in arrears: $120 • First month of rent as a buffer: $830 Every share and every dollar helps. - Santiago
due date
2025-10-16
bill type
Rent arrears

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    “Rooting for you. Hope you get the rest soon. - Colombo”

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    “You got this. Hope the October deadline works out. - Khulna”

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    “Keep your head up. Thought of Santiago all day after reading this. - Rotterdam”

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    “Thought of Santiago all day after reading this. - Kampala”

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    “Keep your head up. Thought of Santiago all day after reading this. - Tlaquepaque”

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  • Best of luck. Shared this with my family. Don't give up. Love from Santa Fe

    • Praying for you, Santiago. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. God bless.

      • Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. Wish I lived closer to Mesa so I could bring a meal.

        • Sending love. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. Greetings from Dallas.

          • Reza Lukman MahendraPhoto verified

            Hope things get better soon, Santiago. Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. Don't give up. All the best.

            • Mercedes T. CortésPhoto verified

              I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected. All the best.

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