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Keep a roof over Irene's head in Bogotá
A car accident left Irene short on rent for 4 months; help us stay in our home.
🇨🇴 Bogotá, Bogotá D.C., Colombia897 views
After a sudden layoff at the construction firm, I fell 4 months behind on rent. Last Wednesday a notice to vacate was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $1,100.
My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by May, we must leave.
I've 1 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 $1,100 goes:
• Rent arrears (4 months): $810
• Late fees and court costs: $90
• Utilities in arrears: $60
• First month of rent as a buffer: $140
You're what makes this possible, and I'll never forget it.
- due date
- 2026-05-16
- bill type
- Rent arrears
Updates from Irene
We're at 35% thanks to 10 of you. I met with the landlord and confirmed the amounts. More news soon.
Update from Bogotá: the first invoice got paid this week. We're at 27% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.
16% there. the plan for utilities in arrears is now scheduled. Thank you.
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I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. Greetings from Glasgow.
Sending good thoughts. Shared this with my family. My cousin had a similar thing happen so this one hit home
hope it all works out. A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon. Thinking of Bogotá
so sorry you're going through this, Irene. Shared this with my family. We're a small family in Birmingham but we're thinking of you