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Stop the eviction: 3 months of rent for Sowmya's family in Surat
A cut in working hours left Sowmya short on rent for 3 months; help us stay in our home.
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When my hours were cut in half in June, I fell 3 months behind on rent. Last Tuesday a court summons for non-payment 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've 3 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 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.
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 $650 goes:
• Rent arrears (3 months): $450
• Late fees and court costs: $40
• Utilities in arrears: $20
• First month of rent as a buffer: $140
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- due date
- 2026-09-16
- bill type
- Rent arrears
Updates from Sowmya
6% there. the plan for utilities in arrears is now scheduled. Thank you.
We're at 3% thanks to 1 of you. I met with the landlord and confirmed the amounts. More news soon.
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how is Sowmya doing now?
best of luck, Sowmya. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. We lost years of savings to something like this so I get it. Love from Nijmegen!
Rooting for you, Sowmya. Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. This is the second need I've supported on here and the first that made me cry
Is there a list of costs somewhere? Just curious how it adds up for Sowmya.
It's all in the list in the story. rent arrears (3 months) is the big one at $450, I'll post a receipt when it's paid. I'll keep the page updated.
Stay strong. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Put this on a community board in Naivasha this morning. Thinking of Surat.
Stay strong, Sowmya. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Wish I lived closer to Santa Fe so I could bring a meal.
Rooting for you. Gave what I could, wish it was more. I hope September is when things finally get easier. All the best.
a colleague of mine might know someone for this in Gujarat. I'll ask around and let you know