East Coast Radio - Catch Up Stacey & J Sbu

"My mom was like 'this is coming out of your inheritance!'" - Stacey

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Sometimes the going can get tough and desperate times call for desperate measures. You suddenly notice your funds are low and you need to make a plan.

Maybe you still need to buy groceries or you need cash so you can get to work.

Would you ever ask your parents for financial assistance? Or are they your absolute last resort?

Stacey and J Sbu spoke about the few times they have had to be bailed out by their parents. And how it didn't go exactly the way they planned...
12 May 2021 English South Africa Society & Culture · Personal Journals

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