Imagine helping out a friend by letting them borrow an outfit from your closet so they have something fabulous to wear to an upcoming event. What would you do if you found out they loaned some of your ...

When a friend seeks a financial favor, the instinct to assist is a testament to the strength of your friendship. Yet, navigating monetary exchanges with friends demands a cautious approach to ...

Many of us know the painful feeling: An unexpected expense comes up, and we don’t have the cash the pay for it. In fact, due to inflation and the increased costs of living, almost half of Americans ...

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Nothing says “good friend” like picking up the dinner tab, buying a thoughtful gift, or offering to spot someone in a pinch. Many of us are wired to be generous with the people we care about. But what ...

After months of being asked to borrow the book, she finally gave in and let her friend use it The woman, however, was shocked by the condition in which her friend returned the sentimental gift and ...

While borrowing money from family and friends may seem an easy alternative to dealing with bankers, it can actually be a much more delicate situation and it’s important to be as disciplined as you ...

Hey Jaime. Quick social dilemma for you. I recently went to the gym with a friend of mine. Not a super close friend, but a friend. Anyway, we worked out, we took our showers and were about to head ...

Hi Jaime, I want to remain anonymous with my dilemma so I’ll say my name is Jackson. Here’s the dilemma. I have been friends with “Joe” (not his real name) for about 20 years. We are always there for ...

After lending her late boyfriend’s final gift to a friend, a grieving woman was shocked by the condition it was returned in and demanded it be replaced Guido Mieth/Getty A year before his death, one ...