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Stop the eviction: 4 months of rent for Colton's family in London
A final eviction notice arrived last week. Colton needs $1,950 to clear the arrears and stay housed in London.
🇬🇧 London, England, United Kingdom1,140 views
After a car accident that kept me from work for 3 weeks, I fell 4 months behind on rent. Last Sunday a final eviction notice was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $1,950.
My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by August, we must leave.
I have three school-aged 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 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 $1,950 goes:
• Utilities in arrears: $270
• Rent arrears (4 months): $1,500
• Late fees and court costs: $180
I hope life is good to you.
- Colton
- due date
- 2026-08-12
- bill type
- Rent arrears
Updates from Colton
Quick update: $231 raised so far (12%). the first invoice got paid this week. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.
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I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double. Love from Quezon City.