Granted citizen receives monetary compensation from the office, only for funds to vanish within a few hours
In the popular German TV series "Hartz und herzlich," young mother Jasmin faces financial hardships after losing her child benefit and falling behind on rent. The series, which airs every afternoon at 5:05 PM on RTL2, offers a glimpse into the lives of socially disadvantaged individuals in Germany.
Jasmin, who has been airing old episodes from Rostock, found herself in a tight spot when she was unable to pay her rent for two months, accumulating an outstanding balance of 1,310 euros. The situation became dire when she received no child benefit, a crucial source of income for her family.
However, relief came when Jasmin's application for back payment was approved in the episode "It's barely Christmas." With the much-needed financial boost, she visited the housing association to pay off the outstanding rent in cash. Despite the relief, Jasmin expressed her dissatisfaction with the high amount of money spent on rent, and the back payment didn't last long, as she spent a large portion of it shortly after receiving it.
Jasmin and her family are now left with only 130 euros for their monthly expenses. The family will have to be more frugal, considering food expenses as an expensive necessity. Despite these challenges, Jasmin and her husband are grateful that the outstanding rent has been paid, expressing relief that it was better to pay the rent than end up on the streets.
As for Jasmin's future concerns, they are not explicitly mentioned in the text. However, the series continues to follow her journey, offering a glimpse into the challenges and triumphs of those living on the financial edge in Germany.
If you're interested in watching "Hartz und herzlich," you can stream the episodes on RTL+. The series offers a raw and insightful look into the lives of those struggling to make ends meet, providing a valuable perspective on the realities of social disadvantage in Germany.
Jasmin will need to focus on personal-finance management and budgeting more strictly in the future to stretch their limited resources. The current amount left for her monthly expenses, only 130 euros, indicates a need for careful budgeting and potentially seeking advice on financial matters.
