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Stop the eviction: 5 months of rent for Ronan's family in Kilkenny

After a cut in working hours, Ronan is 5 months behind on rent and has a 10-day notice to quit from the landlord.

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Ronan Healy
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Kilkenny
When the construction firm closed in June, I fell 5 months behind on rent. Last Tuesday a 10-day notice to quit was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $2,700. My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by October, we must leave. I've 2 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 $2,700 goes: • Late fees and court costs: $300 • Utilities in arrears: $260 • Rent arrears (5 months): $2,140 I never thought I'd be the one asking, and I'm grateful for every bit of support.
due date
2026-09-07
bill type
Rent arrears

Updates from Ronan

  1. Update from Kilkenny: we've started the first stage. We're at 15% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us. - Ronan

  2. Quick update: $240 raised so far (9%). we've started the first stage. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.

  3. Wanted to say thank you properly. 4% funded and the plan for utilities in arrears is now scheduled.

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    The support I received was beyond what I expected. Not only did they help with the immediate need, but they also provided guidance for long-term solutions. I'm forever grateful.

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  • is there anything that isn't money that would help Ronan?

    • Ronan HealyOwnerAnswer

      Thank you. If you're in Kilkenny I'll say if something practical comes up. For now sharing this is great. Thanks for looking so closely.

  • Good luck, Ronan. This could happen to any of us. My brother had a similar thing happen so this one hit home.

    • Jignesh F. KelkarAddress verified

      Sending love. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. All the best

      • is there a list of costs somewhere? Just curious how it adds up for Ronan.

        • Ronan HealyOwnerAnswer

          Late fees and court costs is $300 of it. Everything else is listed in the story and nothing outside that list comes out of this page. Thanks, that means a lot.

      • praying for you, Ronan. I hope things turn around soon. My mother had a similar thing happen so this one hit home.

        • Pierre Jules DurandPhoto verified

          Rooting for you, Ronan. Gave what I could, wish it was more. Read this on the bus and kept thinking about it all day. Thinking of Kilkenny.

          • How is Ronan doing now?

            • Stay strong. It takes guts to ask. Well done. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double. Love from Jinja.

              • I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. My husband and I read this together. God bless.

                • So sorry you're going through this, Ronan. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money. Love from Berlin.

                  • So sorry you're going through this, Ronan. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Love from Curitiba.

                    • Hang in there. Your post was clear and honest. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double. Thinking of Kilkenny.

                      • Thanks for sharing this, Ronan. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money. All the best.

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