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Stop the eviction: 3 months of rent for Vivian's family in Lagos
After a car accident, Vivian is 3 months behind on rent and has a court summons for non-payment from the landlord.
🇳🇬 Lagos, Nigeria947 views
After a car accident that kept me from work for 7 weeks, 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 $550.
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 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 $550 goes:
• Rent arrears (3 months): $410
• First month of rent as a buffer: $130
• Late fees and court costs: $10
Thank you so much.
- due date
- 2024-09-18
- bill type
- Rent arrears
Updates from Vivian
Thank you all. We're at 37% now ($205). I'm honestly stunned. we've started the first stage.
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“Thought of Vivian all day after reading this. - Coyoacán”
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“Wish I could do more. Thought of Vivian all day after reading this. - Madrid”
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“Get well soon. Thought of Vivian all day after reading this. - Angeles”
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“Every little bit. Thought of Vivian all day after reading this. - Tel Aviv”
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hope things get better soon, Vivian. Gave what I could, wish it was more. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double. Greetings from Guarulhos.