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Keep a roof over Nikhil's head in Mumbai
After a delayed insurance payout, Nikhil is 2 months behind on rent and has a notice to vacate from the landlord.
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After a sudden layoff at the textile factory, I fell 2 months behind on rent. Last Wednesday a notice to vacate was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $500.
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 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 $500 goes:
• Rent arrears (2 months): $260
• Late fees and court costs: $30
• Utilities in arrears: $20
• First month of rent as a buffer: $190
You're what makes this possible, and I'll never forget it.
- due date
- 2025-12-09
- bill type
- Rent arrears
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stay strong, Nikhil. I hope things turn around soon. Blessings
Good luck. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. After 18 years in farming I know how hard it's to ask for anything.
thinking of you. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better.
is there a list of costs somewhere? Just curious how it adds up for Nikhil.
The list at the bottom is the whole picture. rent arrears (2 months) is the biggest at $260. It helps to be asked.
Hang in there, Nikhil. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Greetings from Peshawar.
Wishing you the best, Nikhil. It takes guts to ask. Well done. Take care.
I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. Love from Jacksonville.
is there anything that isn't money that would help Nikhil?
Sharing the link is the biggest thing. And if you know anything about rent arrears (2 months), advice is welcome too. Fair thing to want to know.
Rooting for you, Nikhil. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double. Blessings.
Hope it all works out, Nikhil. Hope you get there. This is the second need I've supported on here and the first that made me cry
Wishing you the best, Nikhil. This could happen to any of us. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected.
Keep going. This could happen to any of us. This is the second need I've supported on here and the first that made me cry. Greetings from Bronx.
you're not alone, Nikhil. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. Wish I lived closer to Madrid so I could bring a meal
Stay strong. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. Love from 6th of October City