I Need Your Help · 2:10am May 25th
A few months ago, I started a GoFundMe to help pay off my rent. Thanks to the support I got, I was able to pay off what I owe. There was a brief stretch of time there where I was once again at the threat of an eviction, but I was able to get that settled.
Now there is a situation more egregious than my own.
https://www.gofundme.com/f/my-sister-is-a-single-mom-and-needs-your-help
The following is verbatim of what was written on the GoFundMe page.
On May 24, 2024, my sister -- who asked to not be named -- was issued a 3-day notice to vacate. Although it is common in most states to issue a 30-day notice if the tenant fails to fulfill lease requirements, in some it is legal to issue a 3-day notice, such as Texas.
During the month of April, my sister missed a lot of work because her daughter was sick. She is a single mother and is already fighting tooth and nail in a custody battle. She approached the apartment's office and told management about her situation. They were very empathetic and prepared to help her every step of the way, which made for a big shock when they posted the notice on her door.
It's not just her they're doing this to. Many tenants have been evicted recently for not paying rent on time. This can be attributed to the rising rent costs. Last month, there was an elderly woman living beneath my sister, who was only paying $500 a month. Her rent was drastically raised to a staggering $900 and was forced out of her apartment when she was unable to pay. Upon signing the lease, my sister was told she'd be paying $700/mo. She's now paying $902/mo.
I happen to live in the same complex as her and went through a similar situation a few months back. However, my situation was far less infuriating. I was three months behind on rent, and they only *threatened* me with a 30-day notice. I owed far more than she did, so why is it that she's only getting three days to come up with rent?
I told her to talk to our grandfather, who is willing to help in situations like this. However, she's very self-conscious about asking family for help. My second advice to her was that she contact a lawyer. While the apartment managers appear to be within their legal rights, there is the possibility that a legal loophole can be found. If one can't be found, and if she can't pay rent, and if the managers don't suddenly have a change of heart, I told her she can move in with me.
Whether or not this happens, I want to make sure she has security. Money to fall back on when she needs it. The donation goal is based on what she owes for last month's rent, this upcoming month's, as well as savings. If we are able to reach the goal of $3000, I'd like to raise it for added security.
Thank you.
I hope my donation helps and that everything works out. Rent is just crazy nowadays.