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Keep a roof over Jorge's head in Petrópolis
A termination letter arrived last week. Jorge needs $1,050 to clear the arrears and stay housed in Petrópolis.
🇧🇷 Petrópolis, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil1,368 views
When my hours were cut in half in August, Jorge fell 3 months behind on rent. Last Friday a termination letter was taped to the door, and the amount owed is $1,050.
The landlord was understanding for a while, but has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by November, the family must leave.
There are two young children at home. Moving would mean new schools, a new commute and no deposit to put down anywhere else.
Jorge has started working night deliveries, and is 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 $1,050 goes:
• Rent arrears (3 months): $640
• Late fees and court costs: $95
• Utilities in arrears: $90
• First month of rent as a buffer: $225
Even a small gift gets used right away and I'll thank you myself.
- due date
- 2026-11-25
- bill type
- Rent arrears
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any update on how things are going in Petrópolis?
A colleague of mine might know someone for this in Rio de Janeiro. I'll ask around and let you know.
Can I help in a way that isn't money? I'm near Petrópolis.
Thank you. If you're in Petrópolis I'll say if something practical comes up. For now sharing this is great. Let me know if you want more detail.
Best of luck. A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected
Best of luck. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double. Blessings.
Is there a list of costs somewhere? Just curious how it adds up for Jorge.
The list at the bottom is the whole picture. rent arrears (3 months) is the biggest at $640. I'll keep the page updated.
Thanks for sharing this. Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. I'm in logistics myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. All the best.
Hang in there, Marcos. Shared this with my family. Don't give up
Thinking of you. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. Don't give up. Take care
Sending good thoughts, Marcos. Looking forward to the next update. We're a small family in Epe but we're thinking of you.
Keep going, Marcos. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like