Friendships are one of the main sources of joy in our lives. But what do you do when friendships start draining your finances? How do you navigate these conversations without straining your friendships? And, most importantly, how do you make sure that money (or lack thereof) doesn't suck out the joy of your friendships? Let's dive in ⬇️
Ugh, we know. It's super weird to remind someone multiple times to pay you back. But what if they keep "forgetting" to do it? How do you approach this?
Here's what Frichies said: 15% would let it slide, about 20% would wait for the friend to remember themselves, 21% would bring it up the next time they hang out, and 43% would just message them how much it cost (or send a Venmo request).
Want to know our opinion? We think that you shouldn't be embarrassed to remind your friend to pay you back. Unless they were under the impression that you were going to pay for this.
But if your friend hasn't paid you back in a while - consider asking them if everything is alright! Maybe they're just going through a tough financial period and could really use a bit of breathing room - here's your chance to be a really good friend🤗
Ahh, another super awkward one... Technically, yes, it is your friend's special day & they should be able to do everything they want. BUT, unless they're paying for everything, they can't just expect you to go into debt to celebrate their birthday. That's our hot take 👀
Here's what Frichies said though: 23% would suggest a cheaper option, 26% would just find the money to attend, 25% would skip the party, and the rest would make their decision based on how close of a friend they are!
To each their own. But make sure the group knows what to expect before the check comes.
Here's what Frichies said: 38% would just split the check equally no matter who ordered what, 35% prefer when one person pays the check and then Venmos everyone, and 27% prefer to pay based on who ordered what.
Our opinion? The best approach probably is to go case by case. If you're at a steak house with your vegetarian friend, they should probably pay less. Or if you're at a club with your friend that doesn't drink alcohol... well, you get it. But if you do go the route of one person paying and then everyone Venmo-ing them back, do NOT be that friend that takes forever to pay back. That's just bad etiquette.
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