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Stop the eviction: 4 months of rent for Russell's family in Syracuse
After a cut in working hours, Russell is 4 months behind on rent and has a termination letter from the landlord.
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When the call centre closed in August, I fell 4 months behind on rent. Last Tuesday a termination letter was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $4,450.
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 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 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.
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 $4,450 goes:
• First month of rent as a buffer: $1,150
• Rent arrears (4 months): $2,900
• Late fees and court costs: $400
Whatever you can give, even just sharing this page, means a lot.
- Russell
- due date
- 2026-10-30
- bill type
- Rent arrears
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Rooting for you, Russell. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together.
Praying for you, Russell. Shared this with my family. Take care
Wishing you peace, Russell. I hope things turn around soon. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like. Love from Móstoles.
Hope it all works out, Russell. Gave what I could, wish it was more. Put this on a community board in Amritsar this morning.
thanks for sharing this, Russell. Hope you get there. Love from Fresno.
Sending love. It takes guts to ask. Well done. My neighbor in La Plata donated after I showed her your page.