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Home Search Progress & Fundraising Update

For those following our journey, we want to take a moment to share an important update on our housing search—and express our deep gratitude for the incredible support we've received so far.

We are currently working closely with our realtor and his team as we search for a safe, stable place to call home. While we’ve made tremendous progress, our primary obstacle at this stage is financial: the debt we had planned to pay off by the end of 2025 is now affecting our ability to qualify for first-time homebuyer assistance programs.

Thanks to generous donations and amazing community support during our recent birthday fundraiser, we’ve raised nearly $1,500. These funds are going directly toward paying off three key accounts—strategic debts that, once cleared, have the potential to significantly boost our credit score and open the door to essential housing support.

To fully clear these accounts, we need to raise $2,850 total. We are already halfway there, and we’re continually moved by how much support we’ve received from friends, family, and community members. Every dollar has brought us closer to our goal.

This is a huge step forward, but we still have a lot of hard work ahead. We’re continuing to work tirelessly behind the scenes, and your encouragement has made all the difference.

Where Donations Are Going:
- Paying down strategic debts to improve credit and unlock homebuyer programs
- Covering moving expenses
- Covering application and closing fees
- Purchasing essential household items we currently lack (e.g., appliances)

3% Cover the Fee

From the bottom of our hearts—thank you for standing with us. Your support is helping turn a difficult chapter into a hopeful new beginning.

United Vibes

United, we can take on anything.

Why give?

  • Because the walls are literally crumbling.

    Our stairway walls are collapsing due to foundation damage. It’s no longer safe, and repairs are beyond what we can manage on our own. We need to get out before things get worse.

  • Because we’re out of time.

    Our landlord has decided to sell the property. We were given just 90 days to leave. We thought we had until 2026—now, we don’t even have the summer.

  • Because critters are chewing through the wiring.

    Yes, really. They have caused dangerous electrical damage and keep finding new ways in. We’re not just uncomfortable—it’s a fire hazard.

  • Because no one should live like this.

    Exposed outlets, cracked ceilings, and sunlight shining through our door frames. This house wouldn’t pass inspection, and it’s no place to raise a family.

  • Because this wasn’t the plan.

    We were working hard to pay off debt and buy a home in 2026. But this house has forced our hand—and now, we need help to move forward sooner than expected.

  • Because your support is our lifeline.

    Every donation gets us closer to safety. We’re already halfway to clearing the debt that stands between us and a fresh start. You’re helping make that happen.

 FAQs

  • When things started to noticeably fail, we reported every issue to ensure it was documented. At first, our landlord responded, but over time, communication stopped. When he did reply, it was only to tell us that if we didn’t like living here, we could move. We are currently on a month-to-month lease, and in the last 6–8 months, the home’s deterioration has accelerated while he remains unreachable.

  • Yes. Our goal was to spend 2025 paying down debt and be financially ready to move in 2026. But with the house rapidly deteriorating, we don’t know how long we have before a major failure forces us out. Time is not on our side.

  • With rising rent costs and our original plan to save for homeownership, putting money into another temporary situation only delays long-term stability. Every dollar raised brings us closer to securing a safe and permanent home instead of another short-term fix.

  • Every donation goes directly toward securing safe housing. This includes deposits, moving expenses, and any immediate essentials needed to transition out of unsafe living conditions. Transparency is important to us, and we will keep donors updated on our progress.