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Keep a roof over Sharmin's head in Madurai

After a long illness, Sharmin is 2 months behind on rent and has a notice to vacate from the landlord.

🇮🇳 Madurai, Tamil Nadu, India280 views
Sharmin Tamanna Mondal
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Madurai
When the construction firm closed in September, I fell 2 months behind on rent. Last Monday a notice to vacate 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 December, we must leave. I've 4 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 evenings as a cleaner, 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: • First month of rent as a buffer: $110 • Late fees and court costs: $45 • Utilities in arrears: $45 Glad we found this place. - Sharmin
due date
2026-11-28
bill type
Rent arrears
#rent#eviction-prevention#family#housing

Updates from Sharmin

  1. We're at 13% thanks to 1 of you. we've started the first stage. More news soon.

  2. Update from Madurai: the first invoice got paid this week. We're at 14% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.

  3. Quick update: $29 raised so far (14%). I made the first payment toward first month of rent as a buffer. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.

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  • Eda Çiftçi

    I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. I hope December is when things finally get easier. Greetings from San Jose.

    • Regina M. Rojas

      Thinking of you and your family. I hope things turn around soon. I went through something like this 8 years ago and strangers helped me out. Take care

      • Oliver R. Henderson

        Praying for you. Your post was clear and honest. I have a 7 year old who wants to send good wishes too. Greetings from Oakland

        • Sinta HandokoPhoto verified

          Take care, Sharmin. Hope this works out for you. Take care.

          • Derya Yıldırım

            Looking forward to the next update. Thinking of Madurai!

            • Long Thiện Ta

              Thinking of you, Sharmin. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Greetings from Raleigh.

              • Kunle Kunle Alabi

                Thinking of you, Sharmin. I hope things turn around soon. I hope December is when things finally get easier.

                • Micah S. Aguilar

                  Wishing you the best, Sharmin. Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. Thinking of Madurai.

                  • Aishwarya T. Mudaliar

                    Wishing you peace, Sharmin. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Love from Da Nang

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