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Stop the eviction: 3 months of rent for Usman's family in Lahore
A termination letter arrived last week. Usman needs $350 to clear the arrears and stay housed in Lahore.
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After a sudden layoff at the textile factory, I fell 3 months behind on rent. Last Tuesday a termination letter 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 March, 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.
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): $230
• Late fees and court costs: $55
• Utilities in arrears: $10
• First month of rent as a buffer: $55
Thanks for reading all this.
- Usman
- due date
- 2026-01-26
- bill type
- Rent arrears
Updates from Usman
Thank you all. We're at 63% now ($221). I'm honestly stunned. I made the first payment toward first month of rent as a buffer.
40% there. I made the first payment toward first month of rent as a buffer. Thank you.
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Hope things get better soon. Gave what I could, wish it was more. We're a small family in Springfield but we're thinking of you.
Take care. Gave what I could, wish it was more. I'm in retail myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. Love from Chennai