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Stop the eviction: 2 months of rent for Fitria's family in Bandung
A notice to vacate arrived last week. Fitria needs $650 to clear the arrears and stay housed in Bandung.
🇮🇩 Bandung, West Java, Indonesia1,621 views
After a sudden layoff at the bakery, I fell 2 months behind on rent. Last Saturday a notice to vacate was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $650.
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 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 $650 goes:
• Late fees and court costs: $50
• Rent arrears (2 months): $480
• First month of rent as a buffer: $120
Please ask me anything in the questions section. I'll answer honestly and quickly.
- Fitria
- due date
- 2026-09-10
- bill type
- Rent arrears
Updates from Fitria
Good news. Because of your gifts ($311 in total) I made the first payment toward late fees and court costs. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely.
Good news. Because of your gifts ($146 in total) I met with the landlord and confirmed the amounts. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely.
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Rooting for you, Fitria. Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. Love from Bangkok.
Hope things get better soon, Fitria. I hope things turn around soon. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double. Blessings.
Sending love. Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money. Thinking of Bandung.