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Keep a roof over Hala's head in Shubra
A notice to vacate arrived last week. Hala needs $600 to clear the arrears and stay housed in Shubra.
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Following a long illness in the family, I fell 2 months behind on rent. Last Friday a notice to vacate was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $600.
My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by December, 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 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 $600 goes:
• Utilities in arrears: $40
• Rent arrears (2 months): $420
• First month of rent as a buffer: $140
You're what makes this possible, and I'll never forget it.
- due date
- 2026-11-16
- bill type
- Rent arrears
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Thanks for sharing this, Hala. I hope things turn around soon
good luck, Hala. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. Please keep us posted. All the best.
stay strong, Hala. Your post was clear and honest. My husband and I read this together. All the best.
Thanks for sharing this, Hala. It takes guts to ask. Well done. I told my book club about it and three of them are giving too. Greetings from Suwon