<prompt> Human: First of all, pardon my english. I was approached by a good friend this morning asking me to lend him 6k HKD to buy a new laptop his old one was about 9 years old, and he said he would repay me 1k or 2 every month and maybe buy me drinks. Personally I could give a damn less about drinks, and from what he told me it was because he wanted to avoid paying interest if hes going to use his credit card.Heres the thing. Normally I wouldnt mind lending money to people as long as they return it in full amount obviously better if he is willing to pay more than original. I have had instances where I lent another friend 300USD just for expenses good thing he paid me back before he had to bid me farewell, but this time were talking about 750USD, and that is like more than half my savings. Thats a lot of money even for myself. My first thought was that I didnt mind, but then Im suddenly feel like I shouldnt or at least make serious considerations before I do so. even though he has a proper job. What are your 2 cents on lending money to friends? Am I missing something in consideration? What factors do you guys consider when lending money to a friend?Edit: Advices taken. Thanks.  <response>: Dont lend any money to a friend you arent willing to gift. 