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Stop the eviction: 4 months of rent for Étienne's family in Montpellier
A sudden layoff left Étienne short on rent for 4 months; help us stay in our home.
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Following a long illness in the family, I fell 4 months behind on rent. Last Thursday a final eviction notice was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $3,500.
My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by April, 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 extra hours at a market stall, 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 $3,500 goes:
• Rent arrears (4 months): $2,350
• Late fees and court costs: $250
• Utilities in arrears: $105
• First month of rent as a buffer: $795
If you're reading this, thank you.
- Étienne
- due date
- 2026-04-27
- bill type
- Rent arrears
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Hope it all works out, Étienne. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double. All the best.
Hang in there, Étienne. This could happen to any of us. After 8 years in retail I know how hard it's to ask for anything.
Hang in there. Looking forward to the next update. We're a small family in Bengaluru but we're thinking of you.
Wishing you the best, Étienne. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Don't give up. Blessings!
good luck, Étienne. Your post was clear and honest. Greetings from Zapopan
Thinking of you and your family. Hope this works out for you. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money. Thinking of Montpellier.
Shared it with a few friends. Sent it to 24 people at work. God bless!
Sending love, Étienne. Your post was clear and honest. Wish I lived closer to Leicester so I could bring a meal. Greetings from Recife.
Best of luck. Hope this works out for you. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like. Blessings