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Rubén received an eviction notice - help us catch up on rent
After a delayed insurance payout, Rubén is 5 months behind on rent and has a termination letter from the landlord.
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After a sudden layoff at the hotel, I fell 5 months behind on rent. Last Monday a termination letter was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $1,150.
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 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 $1,150 goes:
• Late fees and court costs: $95
• Rent arrears (5 months): $680
• First month of rent as a buffer: $375
Whatever you can give, even just sharing this page, means a lot.
- Rubén
- due date
- 2026-08-16
- bill type
- Rent arrears
Updates from Rubén
Update from Mérida: I met with the landlord and confirmed the amounts. We're at 8% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.
- Manisha Subedi 🇳🇵 · $75
- Ahmet Güneş 🇹🇷 · $41
“Be well. Hope the September deadline works out. - Istanbul”
- Siyabonga M. Fourie 🇿🇦 · $25
- Víctor N. Pacheco 🇲🇽 · $20
“From my family to yours. I'm in Guadalajara, thinking of you. - Guadalajara”
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Wishing you peace, Rubén. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. Blessings.
is there a list of costs somewhere? Just curious how it adds up for Rubén.
The list at the bottom is the whole picture. late fees and court costs is the biggest at $95. Let me know if you want more detail.
sending strength, Rubén. Your post was clear and honest. All the best.
So sorry you're going through this. It takes guts to ask. Well done. God bless!
everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double. Greetings from Mthatha