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Keep a roof over Bianca's head in São Paulo
A sudden layoff left Bianca short on rent for 3 months; help us stay in our home.
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After a car accident that kept me from work for 4 weeks, I fell 3 months behind on rent. Last Saturday a 10-day notice to quit was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $1,200.
My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by October, we must leave.
I have three school-aged children at home. Moving isn't just an expense - it would mean new schools, a new commute and no deposit to put down anywhere else.
I have started working extra hours at a market stall, and I'm applying for help from local services, but nothing will arrive in time without the rest of the gap covered here.
Funds go to the landlord and nowhere else. Any amount left over after the arrears are cleared will go toward next month's rent.
Where the $1,200 goes:
• Rent arrears (3 months): $760
• Late fees and court costs: $85
• Utilities in arrears: $90
• First month of rent as a buffer: $265
I hope life is good to you.
- due date
- 2025-09-21
- bill type
- Rent arrears
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Best of luck, Bianca. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. Thinking of São Paulo
Stay strong. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. My husband and I read this together
Thinking of you and your family. This could happen to any of us. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double. All the best.
Hang in there, Bianca. Gave what I could, wish it was more
Thanks for sharing this, Bianca. I hope things turn around soon. Sent it to 36 people at work. Love from Embakasi.