How To Ask For Money Politely Step 1: Figure out how much you need. No one wants to lend to a person without a plan, and not knowing what you need could lead to an even more awkward conversation.

How to Ask Your Tenant to Pay Rent On Time. Most landlords just want a smooth, stable relationship with a good tenant—one ...

The polite solution would be to throw a party -- not, specifically, a birthday party -- at which you can then admit that it is your birthday. If you cannot do that, then, yes: Give away the gifts ...

Every once in a while, I'll ask my Google Home for something -- the weather forecast, setting a timer, how to spell "antidisestablishmentarianism"-- and it answers right away. But then, sometimes ...

Public health experts say masks are key to reducing the spread of COVID-19. But asking a stranger to put one on could still result in a volatile situation, since they may not be easily persuaded.

Paddle around in this polite vagueness. Because you are next-door neighbors and this spouse is particularly aggressive, it might be best not to directly confront them with your specific reasons.

DEAR MISS MANNERS: How do I politely decline a close relative’s offer to bring an appetizer or side dish to our annual large family gathering? His bringing something requires me to take food out ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: I often entertain friends in a very informal manner. However, I always have the menu planned, and I very strongly discourage people from bringing food. When people ask, “What ...