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Keep a roof over Dola's head in Varanasi

A 10-day notice to quit arrived last week. Dola needs $200 to clear the arrears and stay housed in Varanasi.

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Dola Sultana Bose
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Varanasi
When my hours were cut in half in June, I fell 5 months behind on rent. Last Saturday a 10-day notice to quit was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $200. My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by October, we must leave. I have a teenager still in school 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 $200 goes: • Utilities in arrears: $45 • First month of rent as a buffer: $80 • Late fees and court costs: $75 I never thought I'd be the one asking, and I'm grateful for every bit of support.
due date
2026-09-13
bill type
Rent arrears
#rent#eviction-prevention#family#housing

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  • Yong-jun Ji-ho Shin

    thanks for sharing this, Dola. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. Take care

    • Eliana Young

      You're not alone, Dola. Shared this with my family. Take care.

      • Tumusiime MugishaPhoto verified

        hope things get better soon. This could happen to any of us. My husband and I read this together. God bless.

        • Jin-woo Woo-jin Han

          Thanks for sharing this. It takes guts to ask. Well done. After 7 years in teaching I know how hard it's to ask for anything

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