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Stop the eviction: 4 months of rent for Irene's family in León
The loss of a second income left Irene short on rent for 4 months; help us stay in our home.
🇲🇽 León, Guanajuato, Mexico1,098 views
After a car accident that kept me from work for 5 weeks, I fell 4 months behind on rent. Last Monday a notice to vacate was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $1,050.
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 have three school-aged 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 two part-time jobs, 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 $1,050 goes:
• Rent arrears (4 months): $750
• Late fees and court costs: $45
• Utilities in arrears: $50
• First month of rent as a buffer: $205
I'll keep this page updated with receipts as things happen.
- Irene
- due date
- 2026-09-02
- bill type
- Rent arrears
Updates from Irene
Small update. $45 so far, I made the first payment toward first month of rent as a buffer.
Good news. Because of your gifts ($25 in total) the plan for rent arrears is now scheduled. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely. - Irene
Update from León: I made the first payment toward late fees and court costs. We're at 1% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.
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so sorry you're going through this, Irene. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. God bless