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Stop the eviction: 5 months of rent for Sami's family in Sydney
After a divorce, Sami is 5 months behind on rent and has a final eviction notice from the landlord.
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Following a long illness in the family, I fell 5 months behind on rent. Last Monday a final eviction notice was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $950.
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 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 $950 goes:
• Utilities in arrears: $150
• First month of rent as a buffer: $640
• Late fees and court costs: $160
Thank you so much.
- due date
- 2026-10-04
- bill type
- Rent arrears
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So sorry you're going through this, Sami. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. My father had a similar thing happen so this one hit home.
Is there a list of costs somewhere? Just curious how it adds up for Sami
Sure. The biggest one is utilities in arrears, $150. The rest is in the list at the bottom of the post and I'll upload receipts as I pay each one. Thanks, that means a lot.
Thanks for sharing this, Sami. Looking forward to the next update. All the best.
Good luck. It takes guts to ask. Well done. My neighbor in Gaya donated after I showed her your page. Greetings from Gaya.
you're not alone. Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like. Take care.
Rooting for you, Sami. Hope you get there. Don't be hard on yourself for asking.