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Keep a roof over Jennifer's head in Sydney

A court summons for non-payment arrived last week. Jennifer needs $2,950 to clear the arrears and stay housed in Sydney.

🇦🇺 Sydney, New South Wales, Australia3,020 views
Jennifer M. Prescott
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Sydney
When my hours were cut in half in May, I fell 3 months behind on rent. Last Wednesday a court summons for non-payment was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $2,950. My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by July, 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 $2,950 goes: • Rent arrears (3 months): $1,850 • First month of rent as a buffer: $790 • Utilities in arrears: $310 Every share and every dollar helps. - Jennifer
due date
2026-08-14
bill type
Rent arrears
#rent#eviction-prevention#family#housing

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  • Naomi S. McCoy

    Hang in there. Shared this with my family. I'll check back for the next update. Love from Cần Thơ.

    • Solène Zoé Bourgeois

      So sorry you're going through this, Jennifer. I hope things turn around soon. Our whole street has been following this since the weekend.

      • Cengiz Hasan GülerQuestion

        can I help in a way that isn't money? I'm near Sydney

        • Jennifer M. PrescottOwnerAnswer

          Thank you. If you're in Sydney I'll say if something practical comes up. For now sharing this is great. It helps to be asked.

      • Valentina E. Ochoa

        Hope it all works out, Jennifer. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Read this on the bus and kept thinking about it all day.

        • Saima Nazia Siddiqui

          Take care, Jennifer. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better

          • Paul Emeka Tijani

            You're not alone, Jennifer. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Love from San Diego.

            • Manee Kulap Udomsak

              Hope it all works out. Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. I'm in hospitality myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. Thinking of Sydney.

              • Damilola Yetunde OlawalePhoto verified

                You're not alone, Jennifer. Shared this with my family. I'll check back for the next update.

                • Hakan Deniz Sarı

                  Hang in there, Jennifer. Gave what I could, wish it was more.

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