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Keep a roof over Joseph's head in Parramatta
A notice to vacate arrived last week. Joseph needs $3,850 to clear the arrears and stay housed in Parramatta.
🇦🇺 Parramatta, New South Wales, Australia3,554 views
After a sudden layoff at the construction firm, I fell 3 months behind on rent. Last Sunday a notice to vacate was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $3,850.
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.
The money will be paid directly to the landlord and I'll upload the receipt once it's done.
Where the $3,850 goes:
• Rent arrears (3 months): $2,350
• Late fees and court costs: $230
• Utilities in arrears: $310
• First month of rent as a buffer: $960
I'll pay this kindness forward the moment I'm able to.
- due date
- 2024-08-10
- bill type
- Rent arrears
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“Hope things get better. Hope the August deadline works out. - San Jose”
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Sending love. Looking forward to the next update. Thinking of Parramatta.
Rooting for you, Joseph. This could happen to any of us. I'll check back for the next update. Thinking of Parramatta.
wishing you peace. Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. Don't give up. All the best
Gave what I could, wish it was more. My neighbor in San Jose donated after I showed her your page. All the best
Hang in there, Joseph. A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon. I went through something like this 12 years ago and strangers helped me out. Love from Kampala!
Wishing you peace, Joseph. This could happen to any of us. We lost years of savings to something like this so I get it. Blessings.
I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Sent it to 9 people at work
Sending love, Joseph. Your post was clear and honest. I'm in farming myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. Love from Raleigh.
Hope things get better soon, Joseph. Hope this works out for you. This is the second need I've supported on here and the first that made me cry.
Best of luck. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. It's not much but it's yours. All the best.