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Keep a roof over Nicolás's head in Madrid
A final eviction notice arrived last week. Nicolás needs $2,700 to clear the arrears and stay housed in Madrid.
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After a sudden layoff at the bakery, I fell 3 months behind on rent. Last Thursday a final eviction notice was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $2,700.
My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by October, we must leave.
I've 2 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 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 $2,700 goes:
• Rent arrears (3 months): $1,800
• Late fees and court costs: $90
• Utilities in arrears: $185
• First month of rent as a buffer: $625
I'll keep this page updated with receipts as things happen.
- due date
- 2026-10-11
- bill type
- Rent arrears
Updates from Nicolás
Quick update: $31 raised so far (1%). we've booked the dates and paid the deposit. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.
Update from Madrid: we've booked the dates and paid the deposit. We're at 3% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.
Wanted to say thank you properly. 2% funded and the first invoice got paid this week. - Nicolás
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So sorry you're going through this, Nicolás. A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon. This is the second need I've supported on here and the first that made me cry. Thinking of Madrid.