‘Why do you never buy a round?!’ 20 mortifying money conversations with friends – and how to handle them

Source: www.theguardian.com · Section: headlines · Bias: Center · Published: Wed, 19 Aug 2026 04:00:05 GMT

Whether it’s paying for dinner, going on holiday or sharing a taxi, friendships can be fraught with financial frustrations, which are very rarely aired. Here’s how to break the tabooSummer is the season of socialising, from alfresco drinks to weddings to group holidays. It can get expensive – and suddenly you start noticing those friends who don’t pay their way. Or the ones who splash the cash and make you feel cheap. In fact, there are a host of annoying money-related habits that can cause tension among friends. Here are 20 common sources of financial frustration – and how to resolve them. Continue reading...

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