It starts innocently enough. Aunt Marge casually mentions a “small loan,” your cousin whispers about a minor emergency, and suddenly, everyone at the table seems to be operating under the assumption that your bank account has no limits. You know the type—the family members who treat you like a walking ATM, assuming generosity is automatic.
Lending money to relatives can feel rewarding, but it can also make you the unofficial family banker, complete with constant requests, guilt trips, and awkward conversations. If you’ve ever wondered why your relatives think you’re swimming in cash, this article is your wake-up call
