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Stop the eviction: 5 months of rent for Pallavi's family in Durgapur

After a delayed insurance payout, Pallavi is 5 months behind on rent and has a notice to vacate from the landlord.

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Durgapur, West Bengal, India1,500 views
Pallavi J. Patel
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Durgapur
When the restaurant closed in March, I fell 5 months behind on rent. Last Tuesday a notice to vacate was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $750. My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by May, 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 $750 goes: โ€ข Rent arrears (5 months): $460 โ€ข Late fees and court costs: $60 โ€ข Utilities in arrears: $40 โ€ข First month of rent as a buffer: $190 Thank you for reading my story.
due date
2025-05-29
bill type
Rent arrears
#rent#eviction-prevention#family#housing

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  1. We're at 26% thanks to 7 of you. we've booked the dates and paid the deposit. More news soon.

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  • Cynthia FigueroaQuestion

    Is there a list of costs somewhere? Just curious how it adds up for Pallavi

    • Pallavi J. PatelOwnerAnswer

      Everything on the list is an amount I've been quoted or invoiced. rent arrears (5 months) comes first ($460) and I'll update the page as each thing gets paid. Let me know if you want more detail.

  • Aisling B. McDonnell

    Praying for you, Pallavi. Hope this works out for you. This is the second need I've supported on here and the first that made me cry. Blessings

    • Iman Amira Gaber

      Thinking of you and your family. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. Wish I lived closer to Kathmandu so I could bring a meal. All the best.

      • Scarlett G. Watson

        praying for you, Pallavi. A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like. All the best.

        • Isabel M. Ochoa

          Wishing you the best, Pallavi. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. I told my book club about it and three of them are giving too. Love from Colombo

          • Ephrem Daniel Ayele

            Shared it with a few friends. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like. Take care

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