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Keep a roof over Santhosh's head in Mumbai
After a sudden layoff, Santhosh is 3 months behind on rent and has a termination letter from the landlord.
🇮🇳 Mumbai, Maharashtra, India959 views
When my hours were cut in half in September, I fell 3 months behind on rent. Last Thursday a termination letter was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $550.
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 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 $550 goes:
• Utilities in arrears: $30
• Late fees and court costs: $25
• Rent arrears (3 months): $495
I hope life is good to you.
- Santhosh
- due date
- 2026-01-26
- bill type
- Rent arrears
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Is there a list of costs somewhere? Just curious how it adds up for Santhosh
The list at the bottom is the whole picture. utilities in arrears is the biggest at $30. Let me know if you want more detail.
Best of luck. Shared this with my family. I'm in retail myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. All the best.
sending love, Santhosh. Your post was clear and honest. Don't be hard on yourself for asking. All the best.
Thanks for sharing this. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. Greetings from Prayagraj
Wishing you peace, Santhosh. This could happen to any of us. After 14 years in engineering I know how hard it is to ask for anything.
You're not alone. It takes guts to ask. Well done. Don't be hard on yourself for asking