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Keep a roof over Tumusiime's head in Kasarani
After a delayed insurance payout, Tumusiime is 4 months behind on rent and has a court summons for non-payment from the landlord.
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After a sudden layoff at the packaging plant, I fell 4 months behind on rent. Last Thursday a court summons for non-payment was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $500.
My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by September, 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 weekend shifts, 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 $500 goes:
• Rent arrears (4 months): $290
• Late fees and court costs: $35
• Utilities in arrears: $25
• First month of rent as a buffer: $150
I hope life is good to you.
- due date
- 2025-08-28
- bill type
- Rent arrears
Updates from Tumusiime
Good news. Because of your gifts ($74 in total) the plan for rent arrears is now scheduled. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely.
Wanted to say thank you properly. 8% funded and I made the first payment toward late fees and court costs.
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Hope this works out for you. Wish I lived closer to Petrópolis so I could bring a meal. God bless
Good luck. I hope things turn around soon. Wish I lived closer to Corpus Christi so I could bring a meal. Thinking of Kasarani.
Best of luck, Tumusiime. Shared it with a few friends. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money.
Wishing you peace, Tumusiime. Your post was clear and honest. All the best