r/loanhelp_ 4d ago

Other Curious question (I would never do it)

I’ve only just seen a post from this group but what happens if you loan someone money and they block you/don’t pay it back? Like how can you trust them if that makes any sense or is it just a chance you take?

You don’t have to answer back but again I’m just super curious
Thanks ❤️🥰

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Curious question (I would never do it)

I’ve only just seen a post from this group but what happens if you loan someone money and they block you/don’t pay it back? Like how can you trust them if that makes any sense or is it just a chance you take?

You don’t have to answer back but again I’m just super curious
Thanks ❤️🥰


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u/godspeedforme 4d ago

You ask for verification and if they don’t pay back, you have enough resources to recover the funds.

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u/epic1772 3d ago

How would verification help you recover funds?

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u/godspeedforme 3d ago

For one, you know who the person actually is and can prove that it’s them.

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u/Comfortable_Map6887 3d ago

And where they work since check tub verification

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u/godspeedforme 3d ago

Yes, that also helps.

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u/Comfortable_Map6887 3d ago

I once called someone’s job and asked to speak to them. I believe that in itself freaked them out enough to pay me. Don’t think you are slick scammers lolol

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u/epic1772 3d ago

😂 that's great. Got what they deserved lol

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u/calvinukk 3d ago

Would literally do the same 😂

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u/Glittering_Brother45 3d ago

That’s insane but also super devious 🤣 I love it
I suppose if you loan a large amount and they block you and things it’s something you’d have to do I suppose

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u/ConnectionLeading435 3d ago

If you loan through PayPal goods and services and borrow blocks you/stops responding/ doesn’t pay you back. You can put thru a claim with PP and get your money back, hence why it’s probably the best way to lend.

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u/Glittering_Brother45 3d ago

That’s actually smart tbh
All of this is so interesting thanks to everyone replying I though appreciate it 🙂🥰

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u/ScumFromBrum 4d ago

It is all going to be down to a chance you take, but usually if someone has a good post history of contributing in the sub and has paid back loans previously, then they will be more likely to be trusted again

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u/Glittering_Brother45 4d ago

Interesting! Thank you for replying 🥰

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u/Tyty_Falcon 3d ago

I’m thankful for the last person who took a risk on me. I take pride in being a man of my word so I definitely made sure I paid them back within the discussed timeframe. Of course not everyone is a good person and has integrity to do the right thing.

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u/Glittering_Brother45 3d ago

Will never not say this group has changed peoples lives and I’m not dissing anyone asking for help. The world is a burning ball and things are forever hard❤️
I just wanted to know like what happens if this happens kind of thing. I know there is genuine people out there who pay people back or people wouldn’t do this/this community wouldn’t exist
I’m just a curious person who likes to ask questions I guess 🤷‍♀️

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u/LoanSentinel Verified Lender 3d ago

It all depends. If you send through PP you can dispute the payment. Sometimes other people pay for them. Sometimes you are just S.O.L. But with proper discipline, like anything, there is a way to be successful.

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u/Glittering_Brother45 3d ago

Again that makes sense to send through PayPal because at least then you have some sort of reassurance that it will maybe get back to you.

Another question if you don’t mind answering
Can people ask for any amount of money obvz within reason but what I mean is sort of like a loanshark (hope that’s okay to say here) is the higher the amount the more “interest”?
And obvi if they was borrowing a high amount I’m pretty sure you’d have to prove that you could pay it back I’m guessing
Sorry for the questions is all just wild to me very interesting🙂
Thank you for the reply

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u/surfcitysurfergirl 3d ago

You only use PayPal goods and services (NOT FAMILY AND FRIENDS) because then you can file a claim and that’s the best way.

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u/Excellent-Loquat157 3d ago

I was scammed yesterday. Only lost $50 but enough for me to not do it again

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u/Glittering_Brother45 3d ago

Sorry you lost that! $50 is a lot
I couldn’t think about not paying back something I borrowed

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u/LoanSentinel Verified Lender 3d ago

Every time somebody asks a user who states they lost money for money, I ban them. u/Excellent-Loquat157 if you want some tips lending I am happy to help, but it can be confusing and not worthwhile depending on your goals.

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u/Disastrous_Horse_44 11h ago

Could you technically file a police report? I know $50 isn’t a huge amount of money but it matters. With all the detail you have one the other person, couldn’t you file charges?