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Stop the eviction: 5 months of rent for Doris's family in Oakland
After a cut in working hours, Doris is 5 months behind on rent and has a termination letter from the landlord.
🇺🇸 Oakland, California, United States3,142 views
When my hours were cut in half in November, I fell 5 months behind on rent. Last Thursday a termination letter was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $3,450.
My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by February, 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 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 $3,450 goes:
• Rent arrears (5 months): $2,150
• Late fees and court costs: $300
• Utilities in arrears: $310
• First month of rent as a buffer: $690
Every share and every dollar helps.
- Doris
- due date
- 2024-02-21
- bill type
- Rent arrears
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Hang in there, Doris. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. I told my book club about it and three of them are giving too. Take care.
Praying for you, Doris. Hope this works out for you. All the best
Thinking of you, Doris. A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon. I'll check back for the next update. Thinking of Oakland
Stay strong. Your post was clear and honest. Love from Gaziantep.