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Stop the eviction: 4 months of rent for Shawn's family in Newport
After a divorce, Shawn is 4 months behind on rent and has a 10-day notice to quit from the landlord.
🇬🇧 Newport, Wales, United Kingdom1,698 views
When the call centre closed in July, I fell 4 months behind on rent. Last Thursday a 10-day notice to quit was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $2,750.
My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by October, 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 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 $2,750 goes:
• Utilities in arrears: $140
• Rent arrears (4 months): $2,500
• Late fees and court costs: $110
Ask me anything below before you decide. I'd rather you were sure.
- due date
- 2026-10-03
- bill type
- Rent arrears
Updates from Shawn
Update from Newport: we've booked the dates and paid the deposit. We're at 2% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.
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Is there a list of costs somewhere? Just curious how it adds up for Shawn
Everything on the list is an amount I've been quoted or invoiced. utilities in arrears comes first ($140) and I'll update the page as each thing gets paid.
Sending good thoughts, Shawn. It takes guts to ask. Well done
Wishing you the best, Shawn. Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money. Thinking of Newport.
So sorry you're going through this, Shawn. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. All the best.
Hope things get better soon, Shawn. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. All the best
sending strength, Shawn. Looking forward to the next update.