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Be straightforward and polite as you ask a guy for cash
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Asking for money can be a little awkward, especially if you have to do it via text. We totally get that! Luckily, there are a few simple things you can do to make the process go as smoothly as possible. If you want to learn more about asking for money via text, read on for some useful tips! We even interviewed financial advisor Benjamin Packard to give advice for asking a guy for money.
How to Ask a Guy for Money Over Text
- Be honest about why you’re asking.
- Tell them how much money you need.
- Tell them when you’ll need the money.
- Let them know the best way to send the money.
- Tell them when you plan to pay them back.
- If you need a large sum of money, come up with a payment plan.
- If you need the money ASAP, calmly explain how urgent the situation is.
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- If you’re ashamed to ask, that’s okay! Money problems are nothing to be ashamed about. Kindly ask and if he says no, move on.Thanks
- Instead of trying to beat around the bush, just ask! He won’t know that you need money unless you ask him.Thanks
- Before asking a guy for money, make sure he has money to give.Thanks
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