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Kipchoge received an eviction notice - help us catch up on rent
After a divorce, Kipchoge is 3 months behind on rent and has a final eviction notice from the landlord.
🇹🇿 Mwanza, Tanzania463 views
When my hours were cut in half in March, I fell 3 months behind on rent. Last Friday a final eviction notice was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $450.
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 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 $450 goes:
• Rent arrears (3 months): $320
• Late fees and court costs: $30
• Utilities in arrears: $20
• First month of rent as a buffer: $80
I never thought I'd be the one asking, and I'm grateful for every bit of support.
- Kipchoge
- due date
- 2025-05-27
- bill type
- Rent arrears
Updates from Kipchoge
Thank you all. We're at 69% now ($309). I'm honestly stunned. the first invoice got paid this week.
Good news. Because of your gifts ($234 in total) I met with the landlord and confirmed the amounts. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely.
Small update. $187 so far, the plan for first month of rent as a buffer is now scheduled.
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“Stay strong. Hope the July deadline works out. - Kisumu”
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“Happy to help. Thought of Kipchoge all day after reading this.”
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Is there a list of costs somewhere? Just curious how it adds up for Kipchoge.
Rent arrears (3 months) is $320 of it. Everything else is listed in the story and nothing outside that list comes out of this page. Happy to explain more.
Wishing you peace, Kipchoge. Shared it with a few friends. Sent it to 5 people at work. Blessings
Wishing you the best, Kipchoge. Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. After 16 years in farming I know how hard it's to ask for anything.
Rooting for you, Kipchoge. Your post was clear and honest. Love from Buffalo!