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

‘If friends want to go to a fancy restaurant, say: “Can we just get a burger? I’m on a budget.”’ Illustration: Sophie Winder/The Guardian

Summer 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.

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