A surprising revelation recently came to light when a tenant disclosed that he had abstained from paying rent for an astonishing three-year period. In a candid conversation with Maina Kageni on the popular radio station Classic 105, this tenant, who resides in the affluent neighborhood of Lavington, recounted an extraordinary tale of a landlord who had seemingly vanished into thin air, remaining absent from his tenant’s sight for an uninterrupted trio of years.
The tenant shared that upon initially moving into the residence, the landlord used to diligently collect the monthly rent in person. However, an inexplicable shift occurred, and for the subsequent three years, the landlord’s presence became a rarity, resulting in a curious absence during rent collection.
With an air of intrigue and bewilderment, the tenant pondered aloud whether the enigmatic landlord had a family, and if so, whether this family was cognizant of the valuable property nestled within the prestigious locale of Lavington. Expressing his sentiment on the radio, he mused, “Maina, I find myself dwelling in Lavington, while my landlord’s existence remains an enigma. Just like that! For an uninterrupted span of three years, I’ve inhabited this abode without disbursing rent, prompting me to question whether this landlord has a circle of kin. It leaves me wondering if my residential status is even acknowledged. I’m leading a life akin to that of a foreigner.”
The tenant acknowledged that during the initial year of his tenancy, he had dutifully paid rent as stipulated. However, a peculiar change of circumstances led to a complete cessation of rent payments for the ensuing three years. Nonetheless, he disclosed a prudent practice of setting aside the rental sum during this period, intending to settle all accrued arrears if and when the elusive landlord chooses to resurface.
During the lively morning show, hosts Maina and King’ang’i delved into a broader conversation about the tendencies of some men to conceal their assets, withholding information about their properties and financial holdings from their spouses. This particular tenant’s anecdote served as a fitting backdrop to the broader theme of concealed possessions and financial secrecy within relationships.
