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Stop the eviction: 3 months of rent for Dennis's family in Embakasi
After the closure of the factory, Dennis is 3 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 textile factory, I fell 3 months behind on rent. Last Sunday a court summons for non-payment was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $300.
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've 3 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 two part-time jobs, 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 $300 goes:
• Rent arrears (3 months): $250
• Utilities in arrears: $20
• Late fees and court costs: $30
Thanks for reading all this.
- Dennis
- due date
- 2024-10-15
- bill type
- Rent arrears
Updates from Dennis
68% there. I made the first payment toward late fees and court costs. Thank you.
Update from Embakasi: we've booked the dates and paid the deposit. We're at 8% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.
Small update. $125 so far, we've booked the dates and paid the deposit.
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sending good thoughts, Dennis. Gave what I could, wish it was more. Wish I lived closer to Kanpur so I could bring a meal. Take care.
Thinking of you. Your post was clear and honest. After 11 years in construction I know how hard it's to ask for anything. God bless.
Praying for you, Dennis. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Love from Cairns.