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Keep a roof over Amal's head in Cairo
A termination letter arrived last week. Amal needs $450 to clear the arrears and stay housed in Cairo.
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Following a long illness in the family, I fell 5 months behind on rent. Last Tuesday a termination letter was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $450.
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 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 extra hours at a market stall, 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 $450 goes:
• First month of rent as a buffer: $100
• Late fees and court costs: $50
• Rent arrears (5 months): $300
I hope life is good to you.
- due date
- 2025-09-14
- bill type
- Rent arrears
Updates from Amal
Small update. $318 so far, the plan for rent arrears is now scheduled.
Wanted to say thank you properly. 69% funded and I made the first payment toward first month of rent as a buffer.
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Looking forward to the next update. I hope September is when things finally get easier. Take care.
good luck, Amal. Gave what I could, wish it was more. God bless
Praying for you, Amal. Looking forward to the next update. Take care.
Thinking of you and your family. Shared it with a few friends. Greetings from São Paulo.
Best of luck. It takes guts to ask. Well done. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double.
Praying for you, Amal. Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected
Rooting for you, Amal. Hope this works out for you. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected. Love from Mexicali.
wishing you the best, Amal. Looking forward to the next update. After 24 years in logistics I know how hard it's to ask for anything. Greetings from Berlin
hang in there, Amal. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Take care!
I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. Don't give up. Take care.
Hope things get better soon. Hope you get there. I hope September is when things finally get easier. Greetings from Swansea!
Hope things get better soon, Amal. Your post was clear and honest. Blessings.