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Stop the eviction: 4 months of rent for Colm's family in Dublin

After the loss of a second income, Colm is 4 months behind on rent and has a notice to vacate from the landlord.

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ช Dublin, Leinster, Ireland2,575 views
Colm F. Stewart
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Dublin
After a sudden layoff at the hotel, I fell 4 months behind on rent. Last Friday a notice to vacate was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $3,950. My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by September, we must leave. I have two young 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 evenings as a cleaner, 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 $3,950 goes: โ€ข Rent arrears (4 months): $2,750 โ€ข Late fees and court costs: $230 โ€ข Utilities in arrears: $250 โ€ข First month of rent as a buffer: $720 I'll keep this page updated with receipts as things happen. - Colm
due date
2026-09-19
bill type
Rent arrears

Updates from Colm

  1. Wanted to say thank you properly. 24% funded and we've started the first stage.

  2. Thank you all. We're at 10% now ($409). I'm honestly stunned. the plan for utilities in arrears is now scheduled.

  3. Update from Dublin: I made the first payment toward rent arrears. We're at 14% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.

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  • is rent arrears (4 months) the biggest cost or is there more coming?

    • Colm F. StewartOwnerAnswer

      It's all in the list in the story. rent arrears (4 months) is the big one at $2,750, I'll post a receipt when it's paid. I'll keep the page updated.

  • Take care. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. Blessings.

    • Sending strength, Colm. A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon. This is the second need I've supported on here and the first that made me cry.

      • Wishing you peace. Shared it with a few friends. Greetings from Nsukka

        • Stay strong, Colm. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Greetings from Detroit.

          • Sending good thoughts. Shared it with a few friends. Don't give up. Take care!

            • how is Colm doing now?

              • Hope this works out for you. Our whole street has been following this since the weekend. Blessings

                • Can I help in a way that isn't money? I'm near Dublin

                  • Colm F. StewartOwnerAnswer

                    Thank you. If you're in Dublin I'll say if something practical comes up. For now sharing this is great. I'll keep the page updated.

                • Hope this works out for you. Our whole street has been following this since the weekend. Greetings from Munich.

                  • Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Please keep us posted. Take care.

                    • Best of luck. Your post was clear and honest. I'm in accounting myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. Thinking of Dublin.

                      • Hope you get there. My neighbor in Adama donated after I showed her your page

                        • stay strong, Colm. Shared this with my family. Take care

                          • Wishing you peace, Colm. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Blessings

                            • Good luck. A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected. God bless.

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