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Keep a roof over Heloísa's head in Niterói

After a sudden layoff, Heloísa is 3 months behind on rent and has a termination letter from the landlord.

🇧🇷 Niterói, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil1,657 views
Heloísa Carolina Duarte
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Niterói
When my hours were cut in half in July, I fell 3 months behind on rent. Last Wednesday a termination letter was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $1,300. My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by September, we must leave. I have a toddler and a baby 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. The money will be paid directly to the landlord and I'll upload the receipt once it's done. Where the $1,300 goes: • Utilities in arrears: $90 • First month of rent as a buffer: $300 • Rent arrears (3 months): $910 Even a small gift gets used right away and I'll thank you myself.
due date
2026-09-08
bill type
Rent arrears
#rent#eviction-prevention#family#housing

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  • Tariq Marwan Belkacem

    Thinking of you and your family, Heloísa. A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon. I went through something like this 11 years ago and strangers helped me out. Greetings from Marseille.

    • Sofía RodríguezAddress verifiedPhoto verified

      hope you get there. Love from São Paulo

      • Abubakar Zubby IgweQuestion

        Is there anything that isn't money that would help Heloísa?

        • Heloísa Carolina DuarteOwnerAnswer

          Sharing the link is the biggest thing. And if you know anything about utilities in arrears, advice is welcome too. Thanks, that means a lot.

      • Shakil Hossain Sarker

        So sorry you're going through this. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Love from St. Petersburg.

        • Ramesh L. Bhardwaj

          Best of luck. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. Please keep us posted.

          • Salvatore Christian Amato

            Shared it with a few friends. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double. Greetings from Veracruz

            • Habib Anisur Biswas

              Rooting for you, Heloísa. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like. All the best

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