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Stop the eviction: 5 months of rent for Marilyn's family in Auckland
After the loss of a second income, Marilyn is 5 months behind on rent and has a court summons for non-payment from the landlord.
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When my hours were cut in half in May, I fell 5 months behind on rent. Last Thursday a court summons for non-payment was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $2,750.
My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by August, we must leave.
I have a toddler and a baby 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 $2,750 goes:
• Rent arrears (5 months): $1,500
• Late fees and court costs: $290
• Utilities in arrears: $200
• First month of rent as a buffer: $760
Thank you so much.
- Marilyn
- due date
- 2026-07-22
- bill type
- Rent arrears
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Wishing you peace. It takes guts to ask. Well done. This is the second need I've supported on here and the first that made me cry. Love from Howrah!
Wishing you peace. Hope you get there. We're a small family in Gazipur but we're thinking of you.
I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money. God bless.
Wishing you the best, Marilyn. Gave what I could, wish it was more. We're a small family in Nakuru but we're thinking of you. Love from Nakuru.
Wishing you peace, Marilyn. Hope this works out for you. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected. God bless