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Keep a roof over Birgit's head in Leipzig
A termination letter arrived last week. Birgit needs $2,250 to clear the arrears and stay housed in Leipzig.
🇩🇪 Saxony, Germany1,944 views
When the hotel closed in February, I fell 2 months behind on rent. Last Friday a termination letter was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $2,250.
My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by June, 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 evenings as a cleaner, and I'm applying for help from local services, but nothing will arrive in time without the rest of the gap covered here.
The money will be paid directly to the landlord and I'll upload the receipt once it's done.
Where the $2,250 goes:
• Rent arrears (2 months): $1,400
• Late fees and court costs: $350
• First month of rent as a buffer: $500
With deep gratitude,
Birgit
- due date
- 2026-04-23
- bill type
- Rent arrears
Updates from Birgit
Thank you all. We're at 27% now ($605). I'm honestly stunned. we've started the first stage.
Small update. $292 so far, the first invoice got paid this week.
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Good luck. Hope this works out for you. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected. Greetings from Kathmandu.
Keep going, Birgit. Hope you get there. Love from Asaba.
Stay strong, Birgit. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money. God bless.
Wishing you peace, Birgit. Shared it with a few friends.
Take care. I hope things turn around soon. I hope June is when things finally get easier!