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Stop the eviction: 4 months of rent for Mariana's family in Alcalá de Henares

A delayed insurance payout left Mariana short on rent for 4 months; help us stay in our home.

🇪🇸 Alcalá de Henares, Madrid, Spain4,760 views
Mariana B. Castro
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Alcalá de Henares
Following a long illness in the family, I fell 4 months behind on rent. Last Friday a 10-day notice to quit was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $2,600. My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by January, 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 $2,600 goes: • Rent arrears (4 months): $1,750 • Late fees and court costs: $125 • Utilities in arrears: $90 • First month of rent as a buffer: $635 Even a small gift gets used right away and I'll thank you myself.
due date
2025-12-27
bill type
Rent arrears
#rent#eviction-prevention#family#housing

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  • Wendy W. Webb

    Good luck. Shared it with a few friends. My neighbor had a similar thing happen so this one hit home. God bless.

    • Zainab Vivian Eze

      Sending strength. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. I have a 5 year old who wants to send good wishes too. Greetings from Madrid.

      • Yolanda E. Ortiz

        Sending strength. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Love from Galle.

        • Yun-seo Hye-won ShimQuestion

          is there a list of costs somewhere? Just curious how it adds up for Mariana

          • Mariana B. CastroOwnerAnswer

            The list at the bottom is the whole picture. rent arrears (4 months) is the biggest at $1,750. Appreciate you taking the time.

        • Abril W. Campos

          Thinking of you and your family. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. Blessings

          • Yashodha Chamari Wijesinghe

            Thanks for sharing this. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. I told my book club about it and three of them are giving too. Greetings from Colombo.

            • Shoaib Qasim HanifPhoto verified

              Rooting for you, Mariana. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Thinking of Alcalá de Henares.

              • Arjun M. Chopra

                so sorry you're going through this, Mariana. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Greetings from Augusta.

                • Héctor H. Campos

                  Sending good thoughts, Mariana. Your post was clear and honest. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like

                  • Toàn Phúc Ha

                    Thinking of you and your family. Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. I went through something like this 6 years ago and strangers helped me out.

                    • Bambang Bagus HakimPhoto verified

                      Stay strong. Shared this with my family. After 18 years in nursing I know how hard it's to ask for anything

                      • Onur Cem Can

                        Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. Wish I lived closer to Enugu so I could bring a meal. Greetings from Entebbe.

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