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Stop the eviction: 4 months of rent for Fatima's family in Perth
A divorce left Fatima short on rent for 4 months; help us stay in our home.
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Following a long illness in the family, Fatima fell 4 months behind on rent. Last Thursday a final eviction notice was taped to the door, and the amount owed is $4,050.
The landlord was understanding for a while, but has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by September, the family must leave.
There are three school-aged children at home. Moving would mean new schools, a new commute and no deposit to put down anywhere else.
Fatima has started working night deliveries, and is 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 $4,050 goes:
• Rent arrears (4 months): $2,550
• Late fees and court costs: $230
• Utilities in arrears: $330
• First month of rent as a buffer: $940
With deep gratitude,
Salma
- due date
- 2026-09-12
- bill type
- Rent arrears
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Any update on how things are going in Perth?
everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double. Thinking of Perth.
Thanks for sharing this. This could happen to any of us. Thinking of Perth
Is there a list of costs somewhere? Just curious how it adds up for Fatima.
It's all in the list in the story. rent arrears (4 months) is the big one at $2,550, I'll post a receipt when it's paid. Thanks for asking.
rooting for you. Shared this with my family. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money. Love from Santos.
Hang in there, Salma. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. I went through something like this 6 years ago and strangers helped me out. Love from Heliopolis.
Rooting for you. Hope this works out for you. I hope September is when things finally get easier. All the best.
Sending love, Salma. Shared it with a few friends. God bless