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Stop the eviction: 2 months of rent for Lerato's family in Stellenbosch

A divorce left Lerato short on rent for 2 months; help us stay in our home.

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Lerato Buthelezi
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Stellenbosch
Following a long illness in the family, I fell 2 months behind on rent. Last Saturday a court summons for non-payment was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $1,150. My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by October, 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 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 $1,150 goes: • Late fees and court costs: $70 • Utilities in arrears: $75 • Rent arrears (2 months): $1,005 I never thought I'd be the one asking, and I'm grateful for every bit of support.
due date
2024-10-06
bill type
Rent arrears
#rent#eviction-prevention#family#housing

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  • Pimchanok Somchai F YodrakQuestion

    Is there a list of costs somewhere? Just curious how it adds up for Lerato

    • Lerato ButheleziOwnerAnswerID verified

      It's all in the list in the story. late fees and court costs is the big one at $70, I'll post a receipt when it's paid.

  • Xue Hui Lu

    Hope things get better soon. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. After 30 years in engineering I know how hard it is to ask for anything. Love from Cox's Bazar

    • Anwar Ahmed NaguibQuestion

      is there anything that isn't money that would help Lerato?

      • Lerato ButheleziOwnerAnswerID verified

        Thank you. If you're in Stellenbosch I'll say if something practical comes up. For now sharing this is great. Thanks, that means a lot.

    • Isabella C. Harris

      Stay strong, Lerato. Shared it with a few friends. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double. All the best

      • Ikenna Zubby SalamiQuestion

        How is Lerato doing now?

        • Sasithorn Isaree Thammasat

          You're not alone, Lerato. Gave what I could, wish it was more. God bless.

          • Ursula Stein

            Hang in there, Lerato. Hope you get there. Put this on a community board in Houston this morning. Greetings from Houston.

            • Cherry M. ConcepcionAddress verified

              Hope things get better soon. It takes guts to ask. Well done. It's not much but it's yours

              • Nils Mårtensson

                A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon. Wish I lived closer to Limerick so I could bring a meal

                • Roberto Roberto Santos

                  Rooting for you. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double. Blessings.

                  • Enrique R. Rangel

                    you're not alone, Lerato. This could happen to any of us. Thinking of Stellenbosch.

                    • Pandu Naufal Wibowo

                      sending strength, Lerato. A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon. I'll check back for the next update. Thinking of Stellenbosch.

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