Should You Lend Money to Family or Friends? A Guide for Couples

When a friend or family member asks for money, the decision can get complicated quickly. When the ask is from your partner’s friend or side of the family, it can be even harder. You aren't simply deciding whether you can afford to help. You're balancing your finances, your relationship with the person asking, and your values. And if you're married—your relationship with your spouse. That's why the…