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Stop the eviction: 4 months of rent for Defne's family in Gaziantep

A delayed insurance payout left Defne short on rent for 4 months; help us stay in our home.

🇹🇷 Gaziantep, Gaziantep, Türkiye238 views
Defne Nihal Özdemir
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Gaziantep
When the call centre closed in August, I fell 4 months behind on rent. Last Saturday a notice to vacate was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $1,100. My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by October, 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 $1,100 goes: • Rent arrears (4 months): $860 • Late fees and court costs: $90 • Utilities in arrears: $30 • First month of rent as a buffer: $120 Thank you so much.
due date
2026-11-22
bill type
Rent arrears

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  • Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Greetings from Karlsruhe!

    • Thinking of you, Defne. Shared it with a few friends. We lost years of savings to something like this so I get it. Thinking of Gaziantep.

      • Good luck, Defne. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together.

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