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Vidya received an eviction notice - help us catch up on rent
After a divorce, Vidya is 2 months behind on rent and has a 10-day notice to quit from the landlord.
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When the textile factory closed in July, I fell 2 months behind on rent. Last Saturday a 10-day notice to quit was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $400.
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 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 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.
The money will be paid directly to the landlord and I'll upload the receipt once it's done.
Where the $400 goes:
• Rent arrears (2 months): $320
• Late fees and court costs: $35
• Utilities in arrears: $45
I never thought I'd be the one asking, and I'm grateful for every bit of support.
- Vidya
- due date
- 2026-10-06
- bill type
- Rent arrears
Updates from Vidya
Update from Hubballi: the first invoice got paid this week. We're at 25% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.
We're at 9% thanks to 3 of you. I made the first payment toward rent arrears. More news soon.
Good news. Because of your gifts ($30 in total) the plan for utilities in arrears is now scheduled. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely. - Vidya
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“All the best. My sister told me about this one. - Incheon”
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- Anonymous 🇮🇳 · $25
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is there a list of costs somewhere? Just curious how it adds up for Vidya!
Rent arrears (2 months) is $320 of it. Everything else is listed in the story and nothing outside that list comes out of this page. Thanks for asking.
Best of luck. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. My husband and I read this together. Take care.
So sorry you're going through this, Vidya. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. I have a 13 year old who wants to send good wishes too.
Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Sent it to 17 people at work. Take care.