My friends want to eat out every day, but I can't afford it. Do I have to choose between going broke and losing my friends?
A reader seeks advice on balancing social obligations with friends who prefer expensive dining out against their own financial goals. The columnist suggests open communication and finding alternative, budget-friendly ways to socialize.
Why it matters
It highlights the common social pressure to overspend and the intersection of personal finance with relationship management.
The offers and details on this page may have updated or changed since the time of publication. See our article on Business Insider for current information. A reader feels torn between friends who want to eat out every day and saving money. FreshSplash/Getty Images For Love & Money is a column from Business Insider answering your relationship and money questions. This week, a reader feels torn between friends who want to eat out every day and saving money. Our columnist suggests talking to their friends, hosting dinners at home, and being intentional about going out. Dear For Love & Money, Our friends prefer eating out — and I mean every single meal. It's so expensive , but they say it's the same cost to eat at home, so they don't want to change their ways.
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