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Keep a roof over Alka's head in Nagpur

A divorce left Alka short on rent for 2 months; help us stay in our home.

🇮🇳 440033, Nagpur, Maharashtra, India1,221 views
Alka F. Joshi
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Nagpur
When the call centre closed in October, I fell 2 months behind on rent. Last Thursday a final eviction notice was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $750. 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 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 night deliveries, 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 $750 goes: • Rent arrears (2 months): $570 • Late fees and court costs: $20 • Utilities in arrears: $40 • First month of rent as a buffer: $120 Whatever you can give, even just sharing this page, means a lot.
due date
2025-12-27
bill type
Rent arrears
#rent#eviction-prevention#family#housing

Updates from Alka

  1. 39% there. I made the first payment toward first month of rent as a buffer. Thank you.

  2. We're at 15% thanks to 4 of you. I met with the landlord and confirmed the amounts. More news soon.

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  • Imelda A. Cruz

    Hope things get better soon, Alka. Hope you get there

    • Rylee A. DanielsQuestion

      how is Alka doing now?

      • Samir Yasir Darwish

        Sending good thoughts. This could happen to any of us. After 8 years in social work I know how hard it's to ask for anything. Love from Campinas!

        • Peace Ngozika Musa

          Rooting for you, Alka. This could happen to any of us. I went through something like this 10 years ago and strangers helped me out. God bless.

          • Susana W. Carrillo

            A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon. I went through something like this 8 years ago and strangers helped me out. God bless

            • Metin Okan Kurt

              Hang in there, Alka. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together.

              • Segun Chidi OlawalePhoto verified

                You're not alone, Alka. It takes guts to ask. Well done. Thinking of Nagpur.

                • Pedro R. Serrano

                  So sorry you're going through this. Your post was clear and honest. Don't give up!

                  • Parker C. Foster

                    shared this with my family. Put this on a community board in London this morning. Take care

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