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Keep a roof over Makoto's head in Sakai

A notice to vacate arrived last week. Makoto needs $2,650 to clear the arrears and stay housed in Sakai.

🇯🇵 Osaka, Japan3,454 views
Makoto Aoki
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Sakai
After a car accident that kept me from work for 10 weeks, I fell 3 months behind on rent. Last Tuesday a notice to vacate was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $2,650. 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 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 $2,650 goes: • Rent arrears (3 months): $1,550 • Late fees and court costs: $220 • Utilities in arrears: $210 • First month of rent as a buffer: $670 If you're reading this, thank you.
due date
2026-04-09
bill type
Rent arrears
#rent#eviction-prevention#family#housing

Updates from Makoto

  1. Thank you all. We're at 53% now ($1,401). I'm honestly stunned. we've started the first stage.

  2. Wanted to say thank you properly. 46% funded and I made the first payment toward utilities in arrears.

  3. Small update. $432 so far, the first invoice got paid this week.

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  • Jamal Rami BakrID verified

    So sorry you're going through this, Makoto. Looking forward to the next update. I'll check back for the next update.

    • Lata G. Nanda

      Good luck, Makoto. Looking forward to the next update. After 10 years in customer support I know how hard it is to ask for anything.

      • Rahayu Bunga PutraPhoto verified

        Praying for you, Makoto. Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. I'm in accounting myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. God bless.

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