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Originally Posted by disneysteve
I never said to withhold from family. I send not to lend. There is a big difference. If someone close to me was truly in need, I'd certainly GIVE them what I could to help out. It wouldn't be a loan. It would be a gift. If they chose to repay it in some way, that would be terrific (and I might or might not accept it). I think, in general, lending money is a recipe for trouble. Obviously there are exceptions, but as rules of thumb go, I think not lending money to friends and family is a good one.
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Completely agree. Very good posting, Steve!