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Keep a roof over Michael's head in Berlin
After a sudden layoff, Michael is 3 months behind on rent and has a final eviction notice from the landlord.
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After a sudden layoff at the construction firm, I fell 3 months behind on rent. Last Monday a final eviction notice was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $2,300.
My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by February, we must leave.
I've 3 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.
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 $2,300 goes:
• Rent arrears (3 months): $1,350
• Late fees and court costs: $220
• Utilities in arrears: $140
• First month of rent as a buffer: $590
Every share and every dollar helps.
- Michael
- due date
- 2026-02-12
- bill type
- Rent arrears
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You're not alone, Michael. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double.