<prompt> Human: Hi everyone!! Sorry in advance for the long post, and thanks for any help. Advice is greatly appreciated. So Ive been working as an independent contractor performer for 8years. The business that contracts me suddenly stopped bringing in customers for my performance, and there is no other place for me to work. In response to losing my income, I have taken a position as a personal trainer. The problem is no matter how many hours I work as a personal trainer, or any other position Im qualified for, I wont be able to pay my bills. I have to pay 600 a month for student loans and 1500 for rent, my other monthly bills come to 1200. The highest paying job in driving distance only pays 2000 a month. My lease is not up until April, and even if it were up now the cheapest rent in my area is 1000 a month. I have almost maxed out my credit card paying bills before my new job starts, and I wont be able to make my bills next month. Since I had been working as an independent contractor, I do not qualify for government aid or student loan defermentsforbearance. What can I possibly do to make ends meet, not ruin my credit for the next 7years and possibly become homeless? I thank anyone who can help so much!!!  <response>: Is there any way you could get a roommate? 