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Stop the eviction: 4 months of rent for Lea's family in Berlin
A termination letter arrived last week. Lea needs $3,700 to clear the arrears and stay housed in Berlin.
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Following a long illness in the family, I fell 4 months behind on rent. Last Sunday a termination letter was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $3,700.
My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by November, 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 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 $3,700 goes:
• Rent arrears (4 months): $2,400
• Late fees and court costs: $300
• Utilities in arrears: $185
• First month of rent as a buffer: $815
I'll pay this kindness forward the moment I'm able to.
- due date
- 2025-11-13
- bill type
- Rent arrears
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Stay strong. It takes guts to ask. Well done. I went through something like this 12 years ago and strangers helped me out. Greetings from Jimma.
good luck. Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money.
Best of luck, Lea. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier.
Hope it all works out, Lea. Your post was clear and honest. Greetings from Toledo.
sending love. I hope things turn around soon. My neighbor in Poznań donated after I showed her your page
Sending good thoughts, Lea. Looking forward to the next update. Sent it to 19 people at work. All the best