Is Lending Money to Friends a Friendship Killer?

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I have a dear friend who’s in a tough spot financially right now, and while I know having some extra cash would help him out, I worry about how lending it to him would affect our relationship.

Q: Should I ask my well-to-do sister for a loan? I don't want to create bad blood.

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A: You're wise to consider the impact of asking your sibling for a loan. Realize that she may say no, in which case you'll have to accept that gracefully (after all, family is forever). But even if she says yes, asking for money can still feel shameful, which can make it tough to discuss specifics honestly. Your family history will also affect her reaction. If you were always the "creative" (read: irresponsible) sibling, your plea may be met with "I told you so!" and you'll need to show you've worked out exactly how you'll repay her.

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Is Lending Money to Friends a Friendship Killer?

Q: Should I ask my well-to-do sister for a loan? I don't want to create bad blood.