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Stop the eviction: 4 months of rent for Anna's family in Los Angeles

After a car accident, Anna is 4 months behind on rent and has a court summons for non-payment from the landlord.

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Anna W. Pena
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Los Angeles
After a car accident that kept me from work for 8 weeks, I fell 4 months behind on rent. Last Saturday a court summons for non-payment was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $4,800. 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 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. The money will be paid directly to the landlord and I'll upload the receipt once it's done. Where the $4,800 goes: • Rent arrears (4 months): $3,850 • First month of rent as a buffer: $810 • Late fees and court costs: $140 I never thought I'd be the one asking, and I'm grateful for every bit of support. - Anna
due date
2026-10-12
bill type
Rent arrears
#rent#eviction-prevention#family#housing

Updates from Anna

  1. Good news. Because of your gifts ($2,898 in total) the first invoice got paid this week. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely.

  2. Good news. Because of your gifts ($1,753 in total) I met with the landlord and confirmed the amounts. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely.

  3. Thank you all. We're at 18% now ($887). I'm honestly stunned. I met with the landlord and confirmed the amounts.

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    “All the best. Thought of Anna all day after reading this. - Calgary”

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    “Hope this helps. Hope the November deadline works out. - Laredo”

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    “Wishing you the best. Thought of Anna all day after reading this. - Thane”

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  • Terry Berry

    Wishing you peace, Anna. This could happen to any of us. This is the second need I've supported on here and the first that made me cry. Greetings from Palermo

    • Ramesh M. Garg

      So sorry you're going through this, Anna. It takes guts to ask. Well done. All the best

      • Odhiambo Daniel Okello

        I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money. Love from Narayanganj.

        • Mateus João Alves

          Keep going, Anna. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like. Thinking of Los Angeles.

          • Seema K. Tripathi

            I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. My neighbor in Savar donated after I showed her your page. All the best

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