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Keep a roof over Melek's head in Istanbul

After a cut in working hours, Melek is 4 months behind on rent and has a termination letter from the landlord.

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Melek Melek Şimşek
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Istanbul
After a car accident that kept me from work for 12 weeks, I fell 4 months behind on rent. Last Sunday a termination letter was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $550. My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by September, we must leave. I have two young 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 night deliveries, 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 $550 goes: • Rent arrears (4 months): $460 • Late fees and court costs: $40 • Utilities in arrears: $50 Thanks for reading all this. - Melek
due date
2026-10-07
bill type
Rent arrears
#rent#eviction-prevention#family#housing

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  • Aaron Greene

    Rooting for you, Melek. Gave what I could, wish it was more. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money. Thinking of Istanbul.

    • Yu-na Mi-young Min

      Good luck, Melek. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Our whole street has been following this since the weekend. Greetings from Zapopan.

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