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Keep a roof over Souad's head in Paris

A final eviction notice arrived last week. Souad needs $3,600 to clear the arrears and stay housed in Paris.

🇫🇷 Paris, Île-de-France, France3,722 views
Souad Zahra Lotfy
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Paris
When the call centre closed in July, I fell 3 months behind on rent. Last Monday a final eviction notice was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $3,600. My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by November, we must leave. I have two young 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 weekend shifts, 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 $3,600 goes: • Rent arrears (3 months): $2,900 • Late fees and court costs: $210 • Utilities in arrears: $95 • First month of rent as a buffer: $395 Thanks for being kind about this. - Souad
due date
2024-10-13
bill type
Rent arrears
#rent#eviction-prevention#family#housing

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  • Chhaya E. Srivastava

    Keep going, Souad. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. Greetings from Bergamo

    • Slamet Bagus Hakim

      Good luck. Shared it with a few friends. Wish I lived closer to San Francisco so I could bring a meal.

      • Swapnil ThakkarQuestion

        is there anything that isn't money that would help Souad?

        • Chukwuemeka Jimoh

          Rooting for you, Souad. Your post was clear and honest. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money. Blessings

          • Sebastián M. Castillo

            Rooting for you, Souad. A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon. My neighbor in Valencia donated after I showed her your page. Greetings from Valencia

            • Alice H. Gonzales

              thinking of you and your family. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Please keep us posted. Greetings from Kathmandu.

              • Alka B. NegiPhoto verified

                sending strength. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. Love from Rawalpindi

                • Yodit Yeshi Ayele

                  Sending love. Hope this works out for you. Love from Verona!

                  • Tanvir Noman Zaman

                    Sending love, Souad. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. It's not much but it's yours. Blessings.

                    • Udara Prasanna Gamage

                      Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. Love from Seattle.

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