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Stop the eviction: 2 months of rent for Basma's family in Dammam
After the loss of a second income, Basma is 2 months behind on rent and has a termination letter from the landlord.
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Following a long illness in the family, I fell 2 months behind on rent. Last Tuesday a termination letter was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $2,350.
My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by September, we must leave.
I have two young 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 weekend shifts, 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 $2,350 goes:
• Rent arrears (2 months): $1,700
• Late fees and court costs: $210
• First month of rent as a buffer: $440
Even a small gift gets used right away and I'll thank you myself.
- due date
- 2026-10-05
- bill type
- Rent arrears
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Is there anything that isn't money that would help Basma?
Sharing the link is the biggest thing. And if you know anything about rent arrears (2 months), advice is welcome too. Thanks for asking.
Thanks for sharing this, Basma. Shared this with my family. Don't be hard on yourself for asking. Greetings from Sapporo.
Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. Blessings
Is there a list of costs somewhere? Just curious how it adds up for Basma!
The list at the bottom is the whole picture. rent arrears (2 months) is the biggest at $1,700. Fair thing to want to know.
Sending good thoughts. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. God bless
Thanks for sharing this, Basma. It takes guts to ask. Well done. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double.
Sending strength, Basma. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Please keep us posted.
How is Basma doing now?
praying for you. Shared it with a few friends. Put this on a community board in Medellín this morning. Take care
Thanks for sharing this. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money. All the best
Best of luck, Basma. Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. I'll check back for the next update. Thinking of Dammam.
so sorry you're going through this, Basma. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. I'll check back for the next update. Love from Melbourne
Rooting for you. Hope this works out for you. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double
wishing you the best, Basma. This could happen to any of us. Greetings from Amsterdam.
Thinking of you. Hope this works out for you. Take care.
Take care. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected. All the best.
I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. Love from Birmingham.
So sorry you're going through this, Basma. This could happen to any of us. My neighbor in Hamilton donated after I showed her your page. Take care.
Hope you get there. Sent it to 19 people at work. Take care.