Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Most of us have lent money to a friend or family member or paid a group bill with the expectation of being paid back.

Lending money is often awkward. But when you grew up in a household where asking for it was the norm, it gets even messier. I know because I’ve been on both ends of that uncomfortable conversation.

Money requests from relatives rarely feel like simple math problems. They arrive wrapped in history, obligation, guilt and love, and if you handle them on instinct alone, you can damage both your ...

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It’s a relief if you can turn to family in a pinch—and you want the feeling to be mutual. But money and family can be a combustible mix, so heed this expert advice. Here’s the first rule to follow ...

When faced with an unexpected bill and needing cash right away, just over half of Americans who responded to a recent survey said they have turned to family and friends for help, and similarly, just ...

Let’s face it: lending money to family can feel a bit like walking a tightrope. On one side, you’ve got the love and loyalty that come with family ties, and on the other, the potential for awkwardness ...

Borrowing money is never simple, but when you borrow from friends or family members, it also has the potential to destroy relationships. [50 Ways to Improve Your Finances in 2012] Tarah, a working mom ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Lending money to family is often seen as a simple favor. Over time, it can turn into something more complicated. A 29-year-old ...

Most of us have lent money to a friend or family member or paid a group bill with the expectation of being paid back. Unfortunately, these situations don’t always go smoothly and often result in lost ...

A recent survey shows over half of Americans have borrowed money from or lent money to family and friends. Lending or borrowing money among friends and family often damages the relationship. Over half ...