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Stop the eviction: 5 months of rent for Maria's family in Swansea
After the loss of a second income, Maria is 5 months behind on rent and has a court summons for non-payment from the landlord.
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After a car accident that kept me from work for 3 weeks, I fell 5 months behind on rent. Last Wednesday a court summons for non-payment was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $2,150.
My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by November, we must leave.
I've 3 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 $2,150 goes:
• Rent arrears (5 months): $1,200
• Late fees and court costs: $180
• Utilities in arrears: $250
• First month of rent as a buffer: $520
I never thought I'd be the one asking, and I'm grateful for every bit of support.
- Maria
- due date
- 2026-11-29
- bill type
- Rent arrears
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Hope it all works out, Maria. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. All the best.
Hope things get better soon, Maria. Gave what I could, wish it was more. My cousin had a similar thing happen so this one hit home. All the best.
Rooting for you, Maria. Your post was clear and honest. Take care.
Stay strong, Maria. Shared this with my family. We're a small family in Cali but we're thinking of you.
Can I help in a way that isn't money? I'm near Swansea!
Thank you. If you're in Swansea I'll say if something practical comes up. For now sharing this is great. Thanks for looking so closely.
hope it all works out, Maria. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Blessings.
Sending good thoughts, Maria. Hope this works out for you. All the best
best of luck, Maria. Gave what I could, wish it was more. Greetings from Auckland.
Hope it all works out. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected
Good luck. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Thinking of Swansea.