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Stop the eviction: 3 months of rent for Shazia's family in Gujranwala
After a delayed insurance payout, Shazia is 3 months behind on rent and has a court summons for non-payment from the landlord.
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Following a long illness in the family, I fell 3 months behind on rent. Last Friday a court summons for non-payment was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $350.
My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by October, 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 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 $350 goes:
• Rent arrears (3 months): $250
• First month of rent as a buffer: $80
• Utilities in arrears: $20
Ask me anything below before you decide. I'd rather you were sure.
- Shazia
- due date
- 2026-10-26
- bill type
- Rent arrears
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can I help in a way that isn't money? I'm near Gujranwala!
Thank you. If you're in Gujranwala I'll say if something practical comes up. For now sharing this is great.
Thanks for sharing this, Shazia. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. It's not much but it's yours. Greetings from San Francisco
Keep going, Shazia. This could happen to any of us.
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