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Merel received an eviction notice - help us catch up on rent
After a cut in working hours, Merel is 3 months behind on rent and has a notice to vacate from the landlord.
🇳🇱 Eindhoven, North Brabant, Netherlands1,468 views
When the hotel closed in July, I fell 3 months behind on rent. Last Monday a notice to vacate was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $3,700.
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'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 night deliveries, 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 $3,700 goes:
• First month of rent as a buffer: $930
• Rent arrears (3 months): $2,550
• Utilities in arrears: $220
Thanks for being kind about this.
- Merel
- due date
- 2026-08-30
- bill type
- Rent arrears
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Is there anything that isn't money that would help Merel?
Thank you. If you're in Eindhoven I'll say if something practical comes up. For now sharing this is great. Let me know if you want more detail.
hope things get better soon. It takes guts to ask. Well done. Love from Dortmund
Rooting for you, Merel. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. Take care.
Hope it all works out. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. My husband and I read this together