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Stop the eviction: 5 months of rent for Megan's family in Buffalo

A cut in working hours left Megan short on rent for 5 months; help us stay in our home.

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Megan Wright
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Buffalo
When the call centre closed in October, I fell 5 months behind on rent. Last Wednesday a termination letter was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $3,200. My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by January, 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 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. The money will be paid directly to the landlord and I'll upload the receipt once it's done. Where the $3,200 goes: • First month of rent as a buffer: $850 • Late fees and court costs: $300 • Rent arrears (5 months): $2,050 I hope life is good to you. - Megan
due date
2025-12-30
bill type
Rent arrears
#rent#eviction-prevention#family#housing

Updates from Megan

  1. Update from Buffalo: the plan for first month of rent as a buffer is now scheduled. We're at 65% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.

  2. Thank you all. We're at 48% now ($1,542). I'm honestly stunned. I made the first payment toward late fees and court costs.

  3. Update from Buffalo: we've booked the dates and paid the deposit. We're at 21% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.

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  • Kimberly D. Lee

    hope you get there. I'm in farming myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. Blessings.

    • Rhea TolentinoID verified

      Stay strong, Megan. Your post was clear and honest. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected. Greetings from Nagpur.

      • Maria Cristiane Gomes

        stay strong. A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon. Thinking of Buffalo.

        • Travis T. Booker

          thanks for sharing this. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. The breakdown of costs made it easy to trust.

          • Piotr Artur Zając

            This could happen to any of us. I went through something like this 2 years ago and strangers helped me out. Love from Saket

            • Ifeanyi Igwe

              I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. It's not much but it's yours. Take care.

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