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Stop the eviction: 3 months of rent for Yuma's family in Tokyo
After a divorce, Yuma is 3 months behind on rent and has a termination letter from the landlord.
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When the hotel closed in August, I fell 3 months behind on rent. Last Monday a termination letter was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $3,400.
My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by December, 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 two part-time jobs, 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 $3,400 goes:
• Rent arrears (3 months): $2,150
• Late fees and court costs: $210
• Utilities in arrears: $140
• First month of rent as a buffer: $900
Whatever you can give, even just sharing this page, means a lot.
- due date
- 2026-12-01
- bill type
- Rent arrears
Updates from Yuma
Good news. Because of your gifts ($1,779 in total) the plan for first month of rent as a buffer is now scheduled. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely.
We're at 55% thanks to 40 of you. we've started the first stage. More news soon.
Good news. Because of your gifts ($522 in total) I made the first payment toward utilities in arrears. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely.
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Looking forward to the next update. Greetings from Leicester!
Thinking of you and your family. Your post was clear and honest. Don't give up. Take care.
Is there a list of costs somewhere? Just curious how it adds up for Yuma.
The list at the bottom is the whole picture. rent arrears (3 months) is the biggest at $2,150. Ask me anything else.
Thinking of you, Yuma. Hope you get there. Don't give up.
Keep going, Yuma. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better.
Best of luck, Yuma. It takes guts to ask. Well done.
sending strength, Yuma. I hope things turn around soon. Greetings from Nashik.
reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Thinking of Tokyo.