{"id":21074,"date":"2023-07-20T17:35:54","date_gmt":"2023-07-20T15:35:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sharesub.com\/cms\/lending-among-friends-why-and-how\/"},"modified":"2026-04-22T13:25:13","modified_gmt":"2026-04-22T11:25:13","slug":"lending-among-friends-why-and-how","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sharesub.com\/cms\/en\/lending-among-friends-why-and-how\/","title":{"rendered":"Lending among friends: why and how?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Loans between friends or between private individuals are becoming increasingly common. Whether it&#8217;s to lend a helping hand to a buddy who&#8217;s in a bind, or to get a little extra help, they enable you to meet occasional financial needs without having to turn to a bank or traditional lender.  <\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How do I lend money to a friend or between individuals?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Lending money between friends or between individuals must be taken seriously. To avoid any misunderstandings, you need to draw up a written contract stipulating the amount of the loan, the repayment terms and the repayment deadline.  <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to share expenses?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sharing expenses among friends or roommates <strong>can be difficult to manage <\/strong>. Here are<strong>some tips to help you share expenses<\/strong> fairly:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Use a cost-sharing application such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sharesub.com\/en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sharesub<\/a>.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep a record of expenses so you know who owes what.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Draw up a budget for joint expenses.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What&#8217;s the best way to share expenses?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are many applications that allow you to share expenses with your friends or flatmates. Here are some of the most popular applications:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Splitwise<\/strong>: Sharing expenses between individuals<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sharesub.com\/en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">\n  <strong>Sharesub<\/strong>\n<\/a> Sharing subscriptions with friends and family  <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Tricount<\/strong>: Managing expenses among friends<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.paypal.com\/fr\/home\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><strong>PayPal<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How do I pay back a friend?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Repayment of a loan between friends or between private individuals must be made in accordance with the terms and conditions of the contract. You can repay the money in a lump sum or in instalments, as agreed. It is important to respect the repayment deadline to avoid any disputes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But why should you consider making a loan between friends or private individuals? Here are some valid reasons:<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">More flexible conditions<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When you borrow money from a bank or traditional lender, you&#8217;re likely to end up with strict repayment conditions. With a loan between friends or between private individuals, you can negotiate more flexible conditions that better suit your personal situation.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Lower or zero interest rates<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One of the main advantages of peer-to-peer lending is that interest rates can be lower than those offered by traditional lenders. In many cases, there&#8217;s no interest at all. This means you can borrow money at a lower cost.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Now that you know why loans between friends or between individuals can be a good option, let&#8217;s take a look at how you can lend money to a friend or an individual, and how to repay a friend.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How do you manage expenses as a couple?<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Managing expenses as a couple can be a tricky business. Here are a few tips to help you manage expenses with your partner:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Discuss joint expenses and how you&#8217;ll manage them.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Draw up a joint budget.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep a record of expenses to avoid any misunderstandings.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In conclusion, loans between friends or between private individuals can be an interesting option for meeting occasional financial needs. However, it&#8217;s important to take the time to discuss the terms and conditions of the loan, draw up a written contract and respect the repayment schedule. If you&#8217;re ready to make a loan between friends or between individuals, be sure to follow these tips to avoid any misunderstandings.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Loans between friends or between private individuals are becoming increasingly common. 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