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Keep a roof over Palesa's head in Paarl
A termination letter arrived last week. Palesa needs $800 to clear the arrears and stay housed in Paarl.
🇿🇦 Western Cape, South Africa1,216 views
After a sudden layoff at the construction firm, I fell 5 months behind on rent. Last Thursday a termination letter was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $800.
My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by June, we must leave.
I have three school-aged 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 $800 goes:
• Rent arrears (5 months): $620
• Late fees and court costs: $75
• Utilities in arrears: $105
Ask me anything below before you decide. I'd rather you were sure.
- Palesa
- due date
- 2026-06-11
- bill type
- Rent arrears
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good luck, Palesa. Your post was clear and honest. Put this on a community board in San Diego this morning
This could happen to any of us. Sent it to 10 people at work. Thinking of Paarl
Thinking of you and your family. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. After 29 years in social work I know how hard it's to ask for anything. Love from Augusta.
sending love. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. Greetings from Buenos Aires
Sending love. Your post was clear and honest. Don't give up. Thinking of Paarl!
I hope things turn around soon. Love from Kandy
Hope things get better soon, Palesa. Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. Please keep us posted. Thinking of Paarl.
Gave what I could, wish it was more. Love from Leicester.