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Keep a roof over Tolga's head in Istanbul
After a car accident, Tolga is 5 months behind on rent and has a termination letter from the landlord.
🇹🇷 Istanbul, Istanbul, Türkiye478 views
After a sudden layoff at the warehouse, I fell 5 months behind on rent. Last Sunday a termination letter was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $350.
My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by May, 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 extra hours at a market stall, 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 $350 goes:
• Late fees and court costs: $95
• First month of rent as a buffer: $220
• Utilities in arrears: $35
Every share and every dollar helps.
- due date
- 2026-07-05
- bill type
- Rent arrears
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Thanks for sharing this. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. Blessings
Shared it with a few friends. Our whole street has been following this since the weekend. Thinking of Istanbul.
Sending good thoughts. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. It's not much but it's yours. All the best.
You're not alone, Tolga. A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon. Love from Peoria
Rooting for you, Tolga. Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. We're a small family in Los Angeles but we're thinking of you. Greetings from Los Angeles.