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Gareth received an eviction notice - help us catch up on rent
A sudden layoff left Gareth short on rent for 5 months; help us stay in our home.
🇿🇦 Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa699 views
When my hours were cut in half in May, I fell 5 months behind on rent. Last Friday a final eviction notice was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $1,050.
My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by August, 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 night deliveries, 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 $1,050 goes:
• Rent arrears (5 months): $780
• Late fees and court costs: $95
• Utilities in arrears: $45
• First month of rent as a buffer: $130
I hope life is good to you.
- due date
- 2026-07-18
- bill type
- Rent arrears
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Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. Sent it to 10 people at work. Thinking of Pretoria
Hang in there. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. All the best
Hang in there, Gareth. It takes guts to ask. Well done