A landlord has gifted her tenants a month of free rent for the holidays as a way to make a difference in their lives.
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In a heartwarming gesture of kindness and generosity, Britni Ricard, CEO of COTA Skin Care and a newly minted landlord, surprised her tenants in New Orleans with an unexpected gift for the holidays. Ricard, who grew up in public housing, understands the struggles faced by single mothers during Christmas and wanted to make a difference in her tenants’ lives. Her act of goodwill has garnered attention and praise, spreading joy and inspiring others.
Ricard’s apartment building in New Orleans houses ten units, many of which are occupied by single women with children. Reflecting on her own childhood experiences, she empathized with the challenges her mother faced during the holiday season. “My mom was a single woman raising three children alone, and watching her continuously struggle as a child and wanting to figure out, ‘How can I help?’”, she explained to CBS News.
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Determined to help her tenants, Ricard organized a pre-holiday meeting in November, where she surprised them with an extraordinary gift: one month of free rent. A video capturing the heartwarming moment went viral on TikTok, capturing the attention of people worldwide. In addition to the free rent, Ricard also expressed her willingness to organize a seminar to assist her tenants in their journey towards homeownership.
Various comments under Ricard’s video praised her for showing generosity and empathy towards her tenants. “She’s so amazing, the fact she’s not gatekeeping and want them to be homeowners is top tier ❤️,” one user said.
”Now she is what I call a Boss and giving back . Much love to her and blessings”“Now she is what I call a Boss and giving back . Much love to her and blessings”
Ricard’s act of kindness has not only touched the lives of her tenants but has also inspired others to spread joy and make a difference in their communities. The viral video has served as a reminder of the power of compassion and the impact that small acts of kindness can have on individuals and families during the holiday season.
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