Funny Money: The Most Awkward Money Moments

FUNNY MONEY Some folks are funny when it comes to money. We all have those friends who won't chip in for a birthday gift, never offer to pick up a round of drinks at the bar, or wouldn't even dream of lending you five bucks during a lunch run. In fact, tons of perfectly normal occasions can get pretty awkward once money is involved. Here, CouponCabin.com gives the scoop on what situations make us weird about our wallet. THE MOST AWKWARD MONEY MOMENTS TOP STICKY MONEY SITUATIONS THAT MADE THE LIST 40 PERCENT of U.S. adults listed getting a credit card declined as their most awkward money moment. 40% "I attempted to pay for a company dinner and my credit card was declined." 34 PERCENT felt the pressure to donate to a charity on behalf of a coworker, family member, or friend was the most uncomfortable situation. “I attended a jewelry party at a friend's house, and had the company host pressure me to purchase things so my friend could get more 34% free stuff." 30% 30 PERCENT said giving money to a panhandler or beggar was awkward. 26 PERCENT indicated that having to chip in for a group gift at work, for events such as a baby shower or wedding shower, made them feel uncomfortable. "I participated in a Christmas gift exchange at my job, but I was the only one who didn't receive a gift because we had an odd number of employees." 26% 25% 25 PERCENT said sharing salary or wage information with coworkers was awkward. 17 PERCENT listed splitting a dinner check with a large group of people as most uncomfortable. "I had to split a dinner bill when I only had a salad and water while the other party had filet mignon, a large appetizer, and wine.' 17% 13 PERCENT said figuring out a gift to get a partner for a special occasion, such as a first anniversary or a first birthday together, was awkward. 13% Once dollars are in the mix, any social situation has the potential to get a bit uncomfortable. There isn't much you can do to defuse the awkward scenario ahead, but keep things honest and you're more likely to emerge unscathed. And, take comfort in the fact that others have been there before. COUPON CABINCOM SOURCES: COUPONCABIN.COM IN REAL LIFE IN REAL LIFE IN REAL LIFE IN REAL LIFE