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Zhi received an eviction notice - help us catch up on rent
After the closure of the factory, Zhi is 2 months behind on rent and has a final eviction notice from the landlord.
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When my hours were cut in half in August, I fell 2 months behind on rent. Last Wednesday a final eviction notice was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $4,500.
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 evenings as a cleaner, 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 $4,500 goes:
• First month of rent as a buffer: $770
• Rent arrears (2 months): $3,350
• Late fees and court costs: $380
Every share and every dollar helps.
- Zhi
- due date
- 2026-11-01
- bill type
- Rent arrears
Updates from Zhi
Quick update: $1,822 raised so far (40%). we've booked the dates and paid the deposit. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.
Small update. $795 so far, we've booked the dates and paid the deposit.
Thank you all. We're at 31% now ($1,409). I'm honestly stunned. I made the first payment toward late fees and court costs.
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Sending good thoughts, Zhi. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. Love from St. Louis.
you're not alone, Zhi. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better
Hope it all works out, Zhi. Hope this works out for you. Love from Sydney
I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. After 27 years in farming I know how hard it's to ask for anything. Love from Dallas
Hang in there, Zhi. A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon. I went through something like this 13 years ago and strangers helped me out. Take care.