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Stop the eviction: 4 months of rent for Shahid's family in Karachi
After the loss of a second income, Shahid is 4 months behind on rent and has a termination letter from the landlord.
🇵🇰 Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan576 views
When my hours were cut in half in August, I fell 4 months behind on rent. Last Wednesday a termination letter 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 November, we must leave.
I have two young 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 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.
The money will be paid directly to the landlord and I'll upload the receipt once it's done.
Where the $550 goes:
• Rent arrears (4 months): $370
• Late fees and court costs: $30
• Utilities in arrears: $45
• First month of rent as a buffer: $105
Ask me anything below before you decide. I'd rather you were sure.
- due date
- 2026-11-03
- bill type
- Rent arrears
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Thanks for sharing this. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. My mother had a similar thing happen so this one hit home. God bless.
Take care. Hope you get there. We're a small family in Bhaktapur but we're thinking of you. All the best.
Thinking of you, Shahid. Gave what I could, wish it was more. We lost years of savings to something like this so I get it.
Praying for you, Shahid. Your post was clear and honest. I have a 12 year old who wants to send good wishes too. Love from New Delhi