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Keep a roof over Özlem's head in Kadıköy
A final eviction notice arrived last week. Özlem needs $900 to clear the arrears and stay housed in Kadıköy.
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When my hours were cut in half in August, I fell 4 months behind on rent. Last Sunday a final eviction notice was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $900.
My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by November, we must leave.
I have a toddler and a baby 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 weekend shifts, 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 $900 goes:
• Rent arrears (4 months): $530
• Late fees and court costs: $75
• Utilities in arrears: $75
• First month of rent as a buffer: $220
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- Özlem
- due date
- 2026-12-10
- bill type
- Rent arrears
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is there a list of costs somewhere? Just curious how it adds up for Özlem
It's all in the list in the story. rent arrears (4 months) is the big one at $530, I'll post a receipt when it's paid. Good question.
stay strong, Özlem. It takes guts to ask. Well done. Wish I lived closer to Rajkot so I could bring a meal.
I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. My brother had a similar thing happen so this one hit home. Love from Amiens
hope it all works out. Gave what I could, wish it was more. Don't be hard on yourself for asking. Love from Nairobi!