AlphaSnake
...and that, kids, was the first time I sucked a dick for crack
I'll PM him.
I don't like people being taken advantage of when trying to do a nice thing.
Need Advice!! How can I steal $200 from a GAF member for heroin as soon as possible?
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I'll PM him.
I don't like people being taken advantage of when trying to do a nice thing.
/r/borrow seemed to work perfectly well for a lot of people and I just liked the idea of it.
And I've already mentioned that I knew going into this that I could very well lose the money. And I also mentioned that I could afford to lose the money if it did come to that.
No offense but you shouldn't give out personal information that wasn't meant to be shared. You got scammed so learn from this instead of having others do your dirty work..
vatstep
This poster pulses with an appeal so broad the typical restraints of our societies fall by the wayside.
Cot dam.
Air Zombie Meat
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Always shitty to see someone take advantage of kindness. Sorry you got burned.
There isn't any code of honor to someone who skips out on a promise to pay.
It's the same as companies selling your info to a collection agency!
Lol, cant say I'm surprised.
Gotta say one of the better decisions Evilore made was when he made that post a while back saying no more threads on GAF where people basically beg for money. Not saying that most would, but its just too easy for people to scam or make up sob stories and take advantage of others kindness. Always follows the same pattern. Insist its not about asking for money or anything, just happen to constantly mention what terrible financial situation they have, and how they dont know what to do. Finally, they "sheepishly" take some donations or money, because others insisted. Seen it play out alot on other forums as well.
Gotta say one of the better decisions Evilore made was when he made that post a while back saying no more threads on GAF where people basically beg for money. Not saying that most would, but its just too easy for people to scam or make up sob stories and take advantage of others kindness. Always follows the same pattern. Insist its not about asking for money or anything, just happen to constantly mention what terrible financial situation they have, and how they dont know what to do. Finally, they "sheepishly" take some donations or money, because others insisted. Seen it play out alot on other forums as well.
Aquamarine
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Yeah. You gotta wonder if this was all a ruse by the OP to get someone to "lend" him $200. Reverse psychology and all that.
Sorry to hear about your $200 loss, Kipp. You're a good person.
Sucks to hear. Hope you get it back and try lending on legitimate avenues next time like others have suggested.
I saw this thread too late or else I would have echoed that utility companies work with you on payment plans if needed. Especially during the cold months - I made a game teaching utility CSRs how to negotiate over the phone over credit issues.
I saw this thread too late or else I would have echoed that utility companies work with you on payment plans if needed. Especially during the cold months - I made a game teaching utility CSRs how to negotiate over the phone over credit issues.
If it was, it worked pretty well on me (and was pretty clever, at that). I've learned my lesson though and luckily it's not anything too heartbreaking. Could've been worse.
But thanks man.
watatatow
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Syph Medwes
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Kipp does this $200 really hurt you? Like will not getting paid back have a large negative effect on your financials? (Serious question.)
Regardless, give the guy a little longer, but either way you did a good deed.
Regardless, give the guy a little longer, but either way you did a good deed.
Mineshaft_Gap
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What's your PayPal email?
LyleLanley
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Are you responding to the OP? If so you may want to read the rest of the thread.
Hahaha. I already lost $200, what's another $9.99?
No, luckily it won't affect me at all financially. I'm a saver, so even though I don't make a lot, I've got enough put away that this only qualifies as kind of a bummer.
The main way this is affecting me is that I keep thinking about it and keep checking to see if he's PM'd me back yet (even though my better senses obviously tell me it's a bit of a lost cause). Even if he literally sent me a PM saying "I'm not paying you back" I'd at least be able to completely forget about it. Haha
Yeah, if you're responding to the OP, check out the recent posts.
If you're responding to me, although I really appreciate the sentiment, don't worry about it.
Yep. Sob-story thread to entice kind but gullible people to reach out to them by pm
freenudemacusers
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the glitterbomb is a better choice imo. a bit spendier tho.
http://www.ruindays.com/products/spring-loaded-fucking-glitter-everywhere-tube
LyleLanley
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Damn that sucks Kipp, it was a nice gesture but people are assholes unfortunately :/ Judging by his drug posts, I don't think you will be getting your money back.
Also to the people recommending sending stuff to his house, although I'm sure you're joking, I think Kipp should be careful just incase he got given fake information, I mean.. if he was planning to scam $200 - why would he give real information? - did you ever try to verify the info Kipp, even the phone number?
I recommend starting there and seeing if you can contact him directly on a personal level (phone) rather than forum PM's and try to come to an agreement before going to any of the extreme measures that some people in here are posting. It's much easier to ignore a forum PM than to ignore a phone call.
Also to the people recommending sending stuff to his house, although I'm sure you're joking, I think Kipp should be careful just incase he got given fake information, I mean.. if he was planning to scam $200 - why would he give real information? - did you ever try to verify the info Kipp, even the phone number?
I recommend starting there and seeing if you can contact him directly on a personal level (phone) rather than forum PM's and try to come to an agreement before going to any of the extreme measures that some people in here are posting. It's much easier to ignore a forum PM than to ignore a phone call.
That's just BC.
Alberta's employment standards:
Ontario's employment standards:
And I'm sure other provinces have different requirements as well.
hydragonwarrior
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Well OP, at least I can sympathize kind of - past month I found out two of my deadmau5 tickets (for a DJ) were not accepted in a club I was going to. I've had OK luck on kijiji but this time around I was given a no after they were scanned. Lost about $260 for 2 tickets...
Although Im still talking to the dude on getting my money back via e-mail, a part of me is like yea i'm probably going to let it go at some point. I'm a saver as well but still... i know that missing amount is going to set me back on a vacation or something later this year.
However, I'm still hoping the OP comes back eventually with some reason why he didn't reply yet but really, he should be replying or at least texting back.
Oh, and you got pure soul. Your intentions were legit and even with what happened, what you did was pretty awesome.
Although Im still talking to the dude on getting my money back via e-mail, a part of me is like yea i'm probably going to let it go at some point. I'm a saver as well but still... i know that missing amount is going to set me back on a vacation or something later this year.
However, I'm still hoping the OP comes back eventually with some reason why he didn't reply yet but really, he should be replying or at least texting back.
Oh, and you got pure soul. Your intentions were legit and even with what happened, what you did was pretty awesome.
breakfuss
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This pisses me off. Man. I'm truly sorry, Kipp. To lend money like that to a stranger? You are a good person - please don't stuff like this harden you. Let's hope it's just a misunderstanding or something. His recent post history isn't very encouraging but who knows.
Have the mods been contacted yet?
Yes. Some employers even pay weekly.
Have the mods been contacted yet?
Yes. Some employers even pay weekly.
Maybe he could send his free Chipotle coupon as a prepayment.
Also, I don't believe any mods have been contacted. However, I'm not really sure what influence they could have in this situation.
Pretty disappointed by these posts.
where the heck are http://www.terrisus.com/pictures/gaf/idontknowwhatiwasexpecting.gif and http://www.terrisus.com/pictures/gaf/wellthatescalatedquickly.gif.
Freshmaker
I am Korean.
That does horrible things.
ZackieChan
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It's basically like getting into a payday loan cycle. It's happened to me before, a long time ago. Sucks. You never seem to get ahead!
Also, Terrisus posted in this thread 3 times since it was bumped, none of which had any substance whatsoever. How long will this go on?
You need to learn to count, buddy.
I would have doxed him. Not on here of course. He can't pay, there's no getting around that. But I would have gotten my money's worth out of using the information I have about him.
Ninja Scooter
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Send him some bull semen. And if you need bull semen, hit me up.
Phat Michael
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hang on, you have his phone number and you havent called him? This is an issue which can be solved in a minute.
Phat Michael
Banned
Call him. Stop being so passive on this and get the results. It's not the money, its the damn principle.
Or scam a kind gaffer
BMX Bandit
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So what's this like the 4th?5th? time someone has scammed OT for money now?
Ninja Scooter
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Giving $200 to panhandling stranger on the internet is like giving $200 to a pan handler in the WalMart parking lot. You wouldn't expect to be repaid in that scenario and you shouldn't expect it here either sadly.
hipbabboom
Huh? What did I say? Did I screw up again? :(
Really sorry to here this kipp. My general belief on the matter is if its an amount that won't break you then resolve to not be upset if you don't get it back and if possible, give it instead of lending it. You did a good thing and it seems like the OP didn't answer your kindness which would be scummy if its as clear cut as it seems, how ever (and not to sound like I'm victim blaming), this could have been handled more discretely. I hope op is well and has a conviction of conscience to pay you back.
Maaaaaardy
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Kipp - Best of luck mate. Maybe open up a fraud thing with PayPal if you used them. You're good people, and you'll get it back somehow. We have Gaffers everywhere, somebody will find him.
Intheflorsh
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Call him.
Phat Michael
Banned
I think it's odd you posted on the thread and resurrected it before calling the guy. If he doesnt pick up, then sure post it. But you have his number and you could solve this pretty much instantly or at least know if there is a legitimate reason he hasnt paid, or if it is a scam.
Crash Station
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Post this thread and his number and address on 4chan.
Black-Wind
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Was gonna suggest the op do some craigslisting or some major ass kissing to get some fam help or something ...
But now he can kiss my ass for free! Fucking hate people like this >:/
But now he can kiss my ass for free! Fucking hate people like this >:/
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