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Leila received an eviction notice - help us catch up on rent

The loss of a second income left Leila short on rent for 4 months; help us stay in our home.

🇦🇺 2301, Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia1,063 views
Leila Duha Bakr
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Newcastle
After a car accident that kept me from work for 10 weeks, I fell 4 months behind on rent. Last Monday a termination letter was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $3,600. 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 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 evenings as a cleaner, 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 $3,600 goes: • Rent arrears (4 months): $2,300 • Late fees and court costs: $195 • Utilities in arrears: $280 • First month of rent as a buffer: $825 I'll pay this kindness forward the moment I'm able to. - Leila
due date
2026-08-11
bill type
Rent arrears
#rent#eviction-prevention#family#housing

Updates from Leila

  1. We're at 32% thanks to 20 of you. the plan for rent arrears is now scheduled. More news soon.

  2. Update from Newcastle: I made the first payment toward first month of rent as a buffer. We're at 22% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.

  3. We're at 14% thanks to 7 of you. the first invoice got paid this week. More news soon.

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    “Hang in there. Hope you get the rest soon. - Dar es Salaam”

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  • Emil Theo Schmitz

    take care. It takes guts to ask. Well done. My husband and I read this together. All the best.

    • Gabriel João PaivaID verified

      praying for you, Leila. Hope you get there. Put this on a community board in Mbale this morning. God bless

      • Rubén N. Galindo

        Sending strength, Leila. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. God bless.

        • Wellington Maurício Ramos

          Stay strong, Leila. Shared this with my family

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