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Stop the eviction: 5 months of rent for Zoe's family in Tallahassee
After a car accident, Zoe is 5 months behind on rent and has a termination letter from the landlord.
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When my hours were cut in half in August, I fell 5 months behind on rent. Last Thursday a termination letter was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $3,550.
My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by November, we must leave.
I've 4 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 $3,550 goes:
• Rent arrears (5 months): $2,100
• Late fees and court costs: $230
• Utilities in arrears: $280
• First month of rent as a buffer: $940
Thanks for being kind about this.
- Zoe
- due date
- 2026-12-02
- bill type
- Rent arrears
Updates from Zoe
8% there. the first invoice got paid this week. Thank you.
Quick update: $35 raised so far (1%). the first invoice got paid this week. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.
Thank you all. We're at 1% now ($35). I'm honestly stunned. we've started the first stage.
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any update on how things are going in Tallahassee?
Thinking of you, Zoe. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Love from San Diego.
Keep going. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. Blessings.
So sorry you're going through this, Zoe. Hope this works out for you. Blessings.
Gave what I could, wish it was more. I hope November is when things finally get easier. Thinking of Tallahassee