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Stop the eviction: 3 months of rent for Riaan's family in Pretoria

After the loss of a second income, Riaan is 3 months behind on rent and has a termination letter from the landlord.

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Following a long illness in the family, I fell 3 months behind on rent. Last Friday a termination letter was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $600. My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by November, we must leave. I've 2 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 extra hours at a market stall, 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 $600 goes: • Rent arrears (3 months): $340 • Late fees and court costs: $55 • Utilities in arrears: $55 • First month of rent as a buffer: $150 Thanks for being kind about this.

due date: 2026-10-30
bill type: Rent arrears

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Updates from Riaan

68% there. I made the first payment toward rent arrears. Thank you.
Update from Pretoria: the plan for rent arrears is now scheduled. We're at 68% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.
Small update. $330 so far, we've booked the dates and paid the deposit.

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