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Keep a roof over Eda's head in Istanbul
After the loss of a second income, Eda is 3 months behind on rent and has a 10-day notice to quit from the landlord.
🇹🇷 Istanbul, Türkiye1,305 views
After a sudden layoff at the hotel, I fell 3 months behind on rent. Last Saturday a 10-day notice to quit was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $300.
My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by December, we must leave.
I've 1 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 evenings as a cleaner, 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 $300 goes:
• Late fees and court costs: $65
• First month of rent as a buffer: $185
• Utilities in arrears: $50
I'll pay this kindness forward the moment I'm able to.
- due date
- 2026-11-10
- bill type
- Rent arrears
Updates from Eda
Small update. $50 so far, the plan for first month of rent as a buffer is now scheduled.
Good news. Because of your gifts ($65 in total) the plan for utilities in arrears is now scheduled. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely.
- Dinda Indah Harahap 🇮🇩 · $50
“God bless. My mother told me about this one. - Semarang”
- Idowu Queen Fashola 🇳🇬 · $15
- Mykola Denis Polyakov 🇷🇺 · $30
“Wishing you the best. Hope the December deadline works out. - Moscow”
- Alina Zlata Melnyk 🇺🇦 · $100
“Thought of Eda all day after reading this.”
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Hope things get better soon. Hope you get there. I'm in construction myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you.
Praying for you, Eda. Your post was clear and honest. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money. All the best
Sending strength, Eda. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double. God bless.
Sending strength. This could happen to any of us. Don't give up. Love from Madrid.
Thinking of you and your family, Eda. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. My neighbor had a similar thing happen so this one hit home. All the best.