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Stop the eviction: 3 months of rent for Seung-hyun's family in Bakersfield
A final eviction notice arrived last week. Seung-hyun needs $1,350 to clear the arrears and stay housed in Bakersfield.
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After a sudden layoff at the textile factory, I fell 3 months behind on rent. Last Sunday a final eviction notice was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $1,350.
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've 2 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 $1,350 goes:
• First month of rent as a buffer: $600
• Utilities in arrears: $330
• Late fees and court costs: $420
Thank you so much.
- due date
- 2026-03-23
- bill type
- Rent arrears
Updates from Seung-hyun
Quick update: $939 raised so far (70%). the first invoice got paid this week. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.
Good news. Because of your gifts ($819 in total) I made the first payment toward first month of rent as a buffer. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely.
Update from Bakersfield: I met with the landlord and confirmed the amounts. We're at 5% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.
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is there a list of costs somewhere? Just curious how it adds up for Seung-hyun!
The list at the bottom is the whole picture. first month of rent as a buffer is the biggest at $600. Happy to explain more.
Stay strong. It takes guts to ask. Well done. Put this on a community board in Paris this morning. Take care.
This could happen to any of us. The breakdown of costs made it easy to trust. Love from Mombasa.