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Stop the eviction: 3 months of rent for Joaquín's family in Madrid
A termination letter arrived last week. Joaquín needs $2,800 to clear the arrears and stay housed in Madrid.
🇪🇸 Madrid, Madrid, Spain552 views
When my hours were cut in half in July, I fell 3 months behind on rent. Last Tuesday a termination letter was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $2,800.
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.
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 $2,800 goes:
• Rent arrears (3 months): $1,750
• Late fees and court costs: $105
• Utilities in arrears: $170
• First month of rent as a buffer: $775
Thanks for reading all this.
- Joaquín
- due date
- 2026-10-08
- bill type
- Rent arrears
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sending good thoughts, Joaquín. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Blessings.
is there anything that isn't money that would help Joaquín?
Wishing you the best, Joaquín. Shared this with my family. This is the second need I've supported on here and the first that made me cry. Thinking of Madrid.
is there a list of costs somewhere? Just curious how it adds up for Joaquín
It's all in the list in the story. rent arrears (3 months) is the big one at $1,750, I'll post a receipt when it's paid. Let me know if you want more detail.
Take care, Joaquín. Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps.
Take care, Joaquín. I hope things turn around soon. God bless.
Thinking of you and your family. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Love from Dehiwala.