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Stop the eviction: 3 months of rent for Franziska's family in Berlin
A delayed insurance payout left Franziska short on rent for 3 months; help us stay in our home.
🇩🇪 Berlin, Berlin, Germany2,568 views
When my hours were cut in half in April, I fell 3 months behind on rent. Last Friday a court summons for non-payment was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $2,100.
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 a toddler and a baby 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 $2,100 goes:
• Rent arrears (3 months): $1,300
• Late fees and court costs: $135
• First month of rent as a buffer: $665
Please ask me anything in the questions section. I'll answer honestly and quickly.
- due date
- 2026-06-29
- bill type
- Rent arrears
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Is there a list of costs somewhere? Just curious how it adds up for Franziska
hope things get better soon. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Sent it to 19 people at work.
sending love, Franziska. I hope things turn around soon. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money. Thinking of Berlin.
wishing you peace. Gave what I could, wish it was more. My husband and I read this together. Greetings from Mumbai
It takes guts to ask. Well done. I went through something like this 7 years ago and strangers helped me out.
Rooting for you, Franziska. This could happen to any of us. Please keep us posted. Greetings from Pretoria.
Best of luck, Franziska. It takes guts to ask. Well done.