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Stop the eviction: 5 months of rent for Paul's family in Paris

A sudden layoff left Paul short on rent for 5 months; help us stay in our home.

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Paul Hugo Bonnet
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After a car accident that kept me from work for 4 weeks, I fell 5 months behind on rent. Last Friday a 10-day notice to quit was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $3,200. 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 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. 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 $3,200 goes: • Rent arrears (5 months): $2,350 • Late fees and court costs: $155 • Utilities in arrears: $165 • First month of rent as a buffer: $530 If you're reading this, thank you.
due date
2026-03-24
bill type
Rent arrears
#rent#eviction-prevention#family#housing

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  • Thảo Châu Ta

    Wishing you the best. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like. Greetings from Saint-Étienne

    • Adriana E. Romero

      Hang in there. This could happen to any of us. My mother had a similar thing happen so this one hit home. Greetings from Ankara

      • Salvador H. Castro

        Wishing you peace, Paul. It takes guts to ask. Well done. Our whole street has been following this since the weekend. Take care.

        • Beatriz Valdez

          Keep going. Hope this works out for you. Don't be hard on yourself for asking. Greetings from Coimbatore

          • Parker A. Henry

            Rooting for you, Paul. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. I have a 5 year old who wants to send good wishes too.

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