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Stop the eviction: 5 months of rent for Willow's family in Miami

A delayed insurance payout left Willow short on rent for 5 months; help us stay in our home.

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Willow N. Castro
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Miami
After a car accident that kept me from work for 5 weeks, I fell 5 months behind on rent. Last Sunday a final eviction notice was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $1,500. 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 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 night deliveries, 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 $1,500 goes: • First month of rent as a buffer: $990 • Utilities in arrears: $210 • Late fees and court costs: $300 I'll keep this page updated with receipts as things happen.
due date
2025-11-28
bill type
Rent arrears
#rent#eviction-prevention#family#housing

Updates from Willow

  1. We're at 93% thanks to 20 of you. we've booked the dates and paid the deposit. More news soon.

  2. Small update. $335 so far, we've started the first stage.

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  • Thomas Marty

    I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. I'll check back for the next update.

    • Maverick H. HendricksQuestion

      can I help in a way that isn't money? I'm near Miami

      • Willow N. CastroOwnerAnswerPhoto verified

        Thank you. If you're in Miami I'll say if something practical comes up. For now sharing this is great. Good question.

    • Nasser Majid Haddad

      Stay strong, Willow. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did.

      • Jakkrit Vichai Srisai

        A colleague of mine might know someone for this in Florida. I'll ask around and let you know

        • Swati Bajwa

          Thinking of you, Willow. A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon

          • Mahmoud Omar Siddiqui

            Hope it all works out, Willow. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. I'm in construction myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. Love from Quezon City.

            • Gonzalo C. Castro

              Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. Wish I lived closer to Surrey so I could bring a meal. Blessings

              • Jagadish B. Naidu

                Rooting for you, Willow. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. I told my book club about it and three of them are giving too.

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