<prompt> Human: Hello, first time posting on this subreddit. I dont know how Im supposed to survive this situation but I would appreciate any advice that I can get. I dont want to end up homeless before my job starts and I dont know what to do. I was thinking of getting a payday loan. I know theyre bad but I have bad credit so I cant do a traditional loan. Assistant: Talk to your landlord now, not later. Human: I did on the 30th but they need corporate approval for any rent delay past the 15th.  <response>: In life the worst thing anyone can say is No when you ask a question. Yes this is an over simplification but in situations like this its useful. Bring proof that your new job starts in September and ask what they can do to help you. Suggest what was mentioned in the top comment-- 500 today, 500 in a couple weeks, etc. And definitely find some income in the meantime. Flip burgers, wash windows, whatever. 