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Keep a roof over Silvia's head in Guadalajara

A court summons for non-payment arrived last week. Silvia needs $1,050 to clear the arrears and stay housed in Guadalajara.

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Silvia B. Gutiérrez
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Guadalajara
After a sudden layoff at the bakery, I fell 4 months behind on rent. Last Tuesday a court summons for non-payment was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $1,050. My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by July, we must leave. I have three school-aged 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 $1,050 goes: • Rent arrears (4 months): $670 • Late fees and court costs: $55 • Utilities in arrears: $45 • First month of rent as a buffer: $280 If you're reading this, thank you.
due date
2026-07-16
bill type
Rent arrears
#rent#eviction-prevention#family#housing

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    “Hope this helps. Hope the July deadline works out. - Mukono”

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    “Thought of Silvia all day after reading this. - Coventry”

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    “Best of luck. Hope the July deadline works out. - New York”

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  • Regina Lúcia Nascimento

    Thinking of you, Silvia. Your post was clear and honest. Take care.

    • Tim Hartmann

      Thinking of you and your family, Silvia. Hope this works out for you. My neighbor in Birmingham donated after I showed her your page. Thinking of Guadalajara

      • Rebecca Mavis Gyasi

        Best of luck. A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon. Take care!

        • Duha Samira Metwally

          Best of luck, Silvia. Hope this works out for you. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected. Love from New York

          • René Fabrice Laurent

            praying for you. I hope things turn around soon. We're a small family in New York but we're thinking of you. Blessings.

            • Lavinia Bianca Sandu

              Hope things get better soon, Silvia. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double.

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