Life would be much easier if people could be honest when they need money as opposed to the acrobatics involved in it.
Folks just need help sometime.
@singlemaltgirl @Xenofact
I have only asked for money when I know I can pay it back soon. I couldn't do it otherwise.
When someone asks for money, and I wish to help, I do this.
I say....
"Listen carefully to the following, I want you to decide if this is a gift or a loan.
If it is a gift, then someday pay it forward. But if you decide it is a loan, you need to tell me the exact date you will pay me back in full. No installments. No late payments. I don't care what date. It is your responsibility to remember. Not mine. I wish not to be encumbered by your debt."
Most folks get this.
@corlin Money makes relationships difficult. Being honest helps you know?
I get the loan/gift. Gifts are a ton easier.
@Xenofact it's a pride thing.
i would never ask for $. i'd live in my car before doing that. so i get why peeps don't.