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Shivam received an eviction notice - help us catch up on rent
A termination letter arrived last week. Shivam needs $600 to clear the arrears and stay housed in Nashik.
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Following a long illness in the family, I fell 4 months behind on rent. Last Saturday a termination letter 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 November, 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 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:
• Rent arrears (4 months): $410
• Late fees and court costs: $50
• Utilities in arrears: $45
• First month of rent as a buffer: $95
If you're reading this, thank you.
- due date
- 2025-10-16
- bill type
- Rent arrears
Updates from Shivam
Good news. Because of your gifts ($54 in total) we've started the first stage. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely.
Thank you all. We're at 8% now ($45). I'm honestly stunned. I met with the landlord and confirmed the amounts.
- Naveen H. Gupta 🇮🇳 · $20
- Anonymous 🇺🇸 · $25
- Uzma Dua Mirza 🇵🇰 · $9
- Namukasa Beatrice Ngowi 🇺🇬 · $20
“Hope it all works out. Shared with friends too. - Mukono”
- Ethan K. Pierce 🇬🇧 · $25
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Keep going. Looking forward to the next update. Thinking of Nashik
Sending strength, Shivam. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like. Thinking of Nashik
is there a list of costs somewhere? Just curious how it adds up for Shivam
The list at the bottom is the whole picture. rent arrears (4 months) is the biggest at $410. Let me know if you want more detail.
Hope things get better soon. Your post was clear and honest. My colleague had a similar thing happen so this one hit home.
Keep going, Shivam. It takes guts to ask. Well done. All the best
Looking forward to the next update. My neighbor in Lethbridge donated after I showed her your page.
Sending love, Shivam. A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon. Love from Bordeaux.
Hang in there, Shivam. Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. Blessings
rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. I went through something like this 13 years ago and strangers helped me out.
You're not alone. Gave what I could, wish it was more. Greetings from Manchester
Best of luck. Hope this works out for you. Please keep us posted. Greetings from Lyon
Thanks for sharing this, Shivam. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier.