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Stop the eviction: 5 months of rent for Mason's family in Los Angeles
After a sudden layoff, Mason is 5 months behind on rent and has a notice to vacate from the landlord.
🇺🇸 California, United States1,463 views
Following a long illness in the family, I fell 5 months behind on rent. Last Thursday a notice to vacate was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $3,950.
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 a toddler and a baby 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 extra hours at a market stall, 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 $3,950 goes:
• Rent arrears (5 months): $2,450
• Late fees and court costs: $220
• Utilities in arrears: $290
• First month of rent as a buffer: $990
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- Mason
- due date
- 2026-11-17
- bill type
- Rent arrears
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You're not alone, Mason. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. My neighbor in Niterói donated after I showed her your page. Thinking of Los Angeles.
I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. We're a small family in Veracruz but we're thinking of you
Hope things get better soon, Mason. Your post was clear and honest. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like!
Rooting for you, Mason. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected
Sending good thoughts, Mason. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did