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Post by unoriginalalex on Apr 20, 2013 17:11:02 GMT -5
I was recently fired from my job and now that its time to pay the bills, I am coming up short. I have tried borrowing and such and even though I am honest that I will pay back a loan I have yet to still be able to get all that I need. I'm 20 yrs old so most of my friends are too and don't really have the cash to spare, parents just won't help. Tell me FAN what do I do?!
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Post by Can you afford to pay me, Gah on Apr 20, 2013 17:27:00 GMT -5
Well it's tough. But anytime I get into a cash issue is sell stuff. If you have anything worth something try that. That's kind my first response since asking friends looks out of question. I asked a question a few months ago about making extra cash. Most ideas where long term instead of quick cash. You can try stuff like blood bank.
Other wise begging people. I won't say anything illegal or to degrading like man whore or Stuff like that.
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Post by BigBadZ on Apr 20, 2013 17:36:10 GMT -5
What kind of bills are we talking about? If you don't feel comfortable saying, that's cool, but being this worried about making payments make me think you have been on top of them for the most part. Ask for a small extension for your payments. Even if you have missed a payment or two, most places will give you some time before turning you over to collections. I was unemployed last summer and I was late on cell phone, college loans (3 diff lenders total), and cable. The phone and cable didn't even give me a late fee because I had never missed a payment but the college loans were a little difficult since I had missed payments before but they let me slide for 2.5 months.
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Post by Orange on Apr 20, 2013 17:58:15 GMT -5
I'd try either selling or pawning some stuff to a pawn shop. You won't get much, but you might get enough to help you out if you have some decent stuff.
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Post by Brood Lone Wolf Funker on Apr 20, 2013 19:36:32 GMT -5
Try ebay to sell things, tutoring works as well. Also try a temp agency they may be able to help you as well, if you ever do need anyone to talk to I am here to listen
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Post by Andrew is Good on Apr 20, 2013 21:02:53 GMT -5
Why won't your parents help? I guess my parents have helped me in my financial need, and recently I've helped them with certain things. But yeah, sell shit. Pawn stuff. Ask your parents again? Tell your parents you'll be on the street. Or, suck it up and pay the bill later when you get the money, unless it's like, 3rd notice and they're coming to get you.
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Post by Mac on Apr 20, 2013 21:49:25 GMT -5
Youre 20, you should be poor. Seriously... take a crap job, take two crap jobs if you have to. It works
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Post by Danimal on Apr 20, 2013 22:17:14 GMT -5
Try ebay to sell things, tutoring works as well. Also try a temp agency they may be able to help you as well, if you ever do need anyone to talk to I am here to listen Ya, I'd check-out a temp agency. |
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Post by Some Guy on Apr 20, 2013 22:20:38 GMT -5
I'm on the whole wondering what bills you have at 20, exactly.
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Post by Brood Lone Wolf Funker on Apr 20, 2013 23:19:20 GMT -5
I'm on the whole wondering what bills you have at 20, exactly. Cell phone could be a big one, she may have to pay rent, and also needs to eat as well. I know what its like I have been in her position before |
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Post by Glitch on Apr 20, 2013 23:40:04 GMT -5
Youre 20, you should be poor. Seriously... take a crap job, take two crap jobs if you have to. It works He probably already had a crap job to begin with if he's 20. Even crap jobs aren't exactly raining from the sky in this current time. |
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Post by Deleted on Apr 20, 2013 23:48:02 GMT -5
Temp services can hook you up. I've been to one that had dental, medical and a 401K.
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Post by Dr. T is an alien on Apr 21, 2013 0:02:14 GMT -5
Selling plasma may not make a ton of cash, but it is better than nothing. Do that and visit the temp agency.
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Post by Piccolo on Apr 21, 2013 0:10:38 GMT -5
All of the above are good suggestions. Also, run around to your local fast food and grocers and see if anyone's hiring... minimum wage jobs may not pay you enough, but you might be able to pay off at least some. Are you a guy or a gal? Any sperm banks nearby that you could sell to? Have a yard sale plus bake sale, maybe, see if you can raise some cash that way.
And if you do live separately from your folks, and you ARE in danger of being put out on the street, tell them so. I'm sure they don't want that.
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Post by Brandon Walsh is Insane. on Apr 21, 2013 1:54:49 GMT -5
Try to call the people you owe and explain the situation. Credit card and utilities are usually pretty helpful.
Rent would be the hardest... maybe odd jobs like tutoring or Babysitting for quick cash.
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Post by KAMALARAMBO: BOOMSHAKALAKA!!! on Apr 21, 2013 9:06:14 GMT -5
It's a rough spot to be in. Like one of the other posters said selling/pawning your stuff can help, at least for a short term solution. You can also look for temp jobs that are hiring immediately. Also, talk to anyone you owe bills to and see what you can do to delay payment. Some may be understanding though a lot are greedy pricks. I'm actually in nearly the same situation right now and am trying to work out of it so I can relate.
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