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Stop the eviction: 2 months of rent for Paolo's family in Brooklyn
A cut in working hours left Paolo short on rent for 2 months; help us stay in our home.
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When my hours were cut in half in July, I fell 2 months behind on rent. Last Saturday a court summons for non-payment was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $4,250.
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 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.
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 $4,250 goes:
• Rent arrears (2 months): $3,350
• Late fees and court costs: $170
• Utilities in arrears: $115
• First month of rent as a buffer: $615
Thank you so much.
- due date
- 2025-10-10
- bill type
- Rent arrears
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Is there a list of costs somewhere? Just curious how it adds up for Paolo
Sure. The biggest one is rent arrears (2 months), $3,350. The rest is in the list at the bottom of the post and I'll upload receipts as I pay each one. Ask me anything else.
This could happen to any of us. I'll check back for the next update. Love from Thrissur.
Shared this with my family. Thinking of Brooklyn.
Thinking of you and your family. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. It's not much but it's yours. God bless.
thanks for sharing this, Paolo. Shared it with a few friends
wishing you peace, Paolo. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier