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Pravin received an eviction notice - help us catch up on rent
A delayed insurance payout left Pravin short on rent for 2 months; help us stay in our home.
🇿🇦 Paarl, Western Cape, South Africa1,646 views
Following a long illness in the family, I fell 2 months behind on rent. Last Monday a court summons for non-payment was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $400.
My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by February, we must leave.
I have a teenager still in school 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.
The money will be paid directly to the landlord and I'll upload the receipt once it's done.
Where the $400 goes:
• First month of rent as a buffer: $280
• Utilities in arrears: $50
• Late fees and court costs: $70
You're what makes this possible, and I'll never forget it.
- due date
- 2026-02-15
- bill type
- Rent arrears
Updates from Pravin
Update from Paarl: we've started the first stage. We're at 101% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.
60% there. the plan for utilities in arrears is now scheduled. Thank you.
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Rooting for you, Pravin. I hope things turn around soon. Put this on a community board in Dublin this morning. Take care
Hang in there, Pravin. Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. Our whole street has been following this since the weekend. Blessings
You're not alone. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. I went through something like this 12 years ago and strangers helped me out.
thanks for sharing this. Gave what I could, wish it was more. Wish I lived closer to London so I could bring a meal. Greetings from Narayanganj!
Sending good thoughts, Pravin. Shared it with a few friends. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected. Love from Sacramento.