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Keep a roof over José's head in Porto Alegre

A cut in working hours left José short on rent for 2 months; help us stay in our home.

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José Rafael Albuquerque
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Porto Alegre
Following a long illness in the family, I fell 2 months behind on rent. Last Saturday a 10-day notice to quit 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 teenager still in school 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 $1,300 goes: • Utilities in arrears: $50 • Rent arrears (2 months): $1,050 • First month of rent as a buffer: $200 If you're reading this, thank you.
due date
2025-09-21
bill type
Rent arrears
#rent#eviction-prevention#family#housing

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    Exactly what I needed

    I was skeptical at first, but this person proved to be reliable and genuinely interested in helping. Their response time was incredible and their solutions were practical.

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    This is what community support looks like. They didn't just offer generic advice; they provided personalized help tailored to my specific situation.

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    Perfect example of someone making a real difference. They took time out of their busy schedule to help me and never made me feel like a burden.

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  • Vignesh N. ChowdaryID verified

    Sending love, José. This could happen to any of us. Don't give up.

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