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Stop the eviction: 5 months of rent for Jackson's family in Houston
After a delayed insurance payout, Jackson is 5 months behind on rent and has a termination letter from the landlord.
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When my hours were cut in half in October, I fell 5 months behind on rent. Last Friday a termination letter was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $3,800.
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 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.
The money will be paid directly to the landlord and I'll upload the receipt once it's done.
Where the $3,800 goes:
• Rent arrears (5 months): $2,150
• Late fees and court costs: $260
• Utilities in arrears: $280
• First month of rent as a buffer: $1,110
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- due date
- 2026-01-19
- bill type
- Rent arrears
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is there a list of costs somewhere? Just curious how it adds up for Jackson.
Rent arrears (5 months) is $2,150 of it. Everything else is listed in the story and nothing outside that list comes out of this page. Let me know if you want more detail.
Stay strong, Jackson. Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money. God bless.
Hang in there, Jackson. I hope things turn around soon. I have a 12 year old who wants to send good wishes too.
Hang in there. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Thinking of Houston