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Stop the eviction: 5 months of rent for Skylar's family in Birmingham
A 10-day notice to quit arrived last week. Skylar needs $2,850 to clear the arrears and stay housed in Birmingham.
🇬🇧 Birmingham, England, United Kingdom2,971 views
After a sudden layoff at the bakery, 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 $2,850.
My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by August, we must leave.
I have two young 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 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 $2,850 goes:
• Rent arrears (5 months): $2,050
• First month of rent as a buffer: $580
• Late fees and court costs: $220
With deep gratitude,
Skylar
- due date
- 2026-07-08
- bill type
- Rent arrears
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Good luck, Skylar. Your post was clear and honest. My husband and I read this together. All the best
Hope things get better soon, Skylar. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better.
Sending love, Skylar. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. It's not much but it's yours. Thinking of Birmingham.
Wishing you the best. Gave what I could, wish it was more. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected. Greetings from Anaheim.
wishing you the best. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. The breakdown of costs made it easy to trust. Thinking of Birmingham.
Hang in there, Skylar. This could happen to any of us. The breakdown of costs made it easy to trust
Wishing you the best. I hope things turn around soon. Don't give up.
Hang in there, Skylar. A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon. This is the second need I've supported on here and the first that made me cry. Thinking of Birmingham.