19 People Who Were Very Picky When Begging For Things

If you’ve ever tried to navigate an online marketplace where there’s a section for discounted/free listings, then you’ve probably come across people who will shamelessly post tales of likely fiction about why they need pricey, luxury items for free. Seriously, people will get ferociously picky when they beg for free handouts. We’ll take a look at some of the most ridiculous instances of picky people begging for free things online that we’ve seen in a while.

1. “Luxury Gym.”

“I love the wording here. Accepting sponsors like she’s going to go through and give people the privilege of letting her mooch off of them.” – u/dragonchilde

“But I got my fancy nails!” – u/Desert_Damsel

2. “Tinder is the new U-Haul.”

“In my mind, the fact they are not asking friends or connections and instead are asking strangers speaks volumes as to what sort of people they are.” – u/LWY007

“Someone once dated me for 2 months just so they had someone to help them move. They dumped me via text when I was on my way home.” – u/wastedmytwenties

3. “Wanting a wedding photographer for virtually free.”

“I love the backhanded, photography is a hobby not a skill, comment.” – u/deleted

“Well at least they offered to tip. How generous of them” – u/RamenNoodles620

4. “What’s wrong with public pools/beaches?”

“And how dare people have entire refrigerators, freezers, and cupboards full of food I’m not entitled to just walk in and snack on at will!” – u/deleted

“There is literally an app called Swimply where you can rent out people’s private pools. But I don’t think they would like the idea of having to pay.” – u/jesshhii

5. “I bought a couch on clearance that won’t fit. So I’m trying to sell it for $1,500. This is the first offer I’ve received.”

“Outstanding. I respect the level of maturity here and fully approve.” – u/impeachcordial

“For $60 you may sniff its newness and leave.” – u/royallyoakie

6. “I love small business owners.”

“Another frustrating aspect of this is that the Hazels of the world ruin things for the rest of us. I’m sure the mechanic feels less inclined to go the extra mile for the next customer.” – u/DrewSullivan2

“No good deed goes unpunished.” – u/TG-in-thegoldy

7. “I knew she was looking for free childcare.”

“No. They will not be starting next week.” – u/NoDragonfly661

“There’s so much entitlement when it comes to babysitting.” – u/PackagedNightmare

8. “Don’t offer me a ride if you’re not also willing to pay for parking.”

“The lack of appreciation for help offered is jaw dropping.” – u/remembertowelday525

“You’re right. You should pay for parking for your car instead.” – u/FlyingNope

9. “Stay at home boyfriend needs to be supported too.”

“Sounds like this mother shouldn’t be the custodial parent.” – u/PommeyMommy

“It’s called unemployed. You’re both unemployed.” – u/deleted

10. “Low pay and no tattoos.”

“Stocked with pizza!” – u/deleted

“I charge that for a single 1 hour walk.” – u/Traditional-Ebb-8380

11. “Original price was $300 and conversation ends immediately.”

“If I had a drone I’d sell it to you after reading that story.” – u/Aviation_Nut63

“But but the children, think of the children.” – u/deleted

12. “Who gets an Uber on wedding day, and let alone pooling?”

“My sister got married on a public beach, and had the nerve to be upset that there were other people somewhat near.” – u/coffee_addict_96

“Nothing wrong with anything they did except for being mad that someone joined their pool. That’s ridiculous when they chose pool.” – u/Unlikely_Ad_1692

13. “I need a job paying $500 a week, but will only work Thursdays and every other weekend.”

“Don’t forget tax. This person definitely wants $500 to take home.” – u/deleted

“Armed robbery might work for them.” – u/NotQuiteNick

14. “Why should I pay for a service that someone spent years of their life studying for in order to provide it?”

“People who think others should work for free. Okay, buddy.” – u/DowntownHope7471

“My daughter is a vet tech. She has stories that make me wonder how humans became even slightly civilized.” – u/NicAoidh65

15. “She may not even make it to the bride part.”

“Propose when you’re unemployed.” – u/Strafe_Flex

“Her engagement ring is a RingPop.” – u/mwilliams4d57

16. “Would you class this as a choosing beggar?”

“Yup. Complains they didn’t get something for free and was even offered other seats but turned them down.” – u/Greenman8907

“I love it when companies respond with what really happened?” – u/CuteCanary

17. “Choosing beggar wants Halloween candy scaled to the value of your home.”

“Just because a home is valued at 800K on Zillow doesn’t mean they are wealthy. They may have bought it in 2008 for 200K, which is a very, very low priced home.” – u/VeryStickyPastry

“Translation goes, I google house prices and target the higher value ones for gains.” – u/lizfour

18. “Asking for a literal car in a buy nothing group.”

“How do people like this exist?” – u/DotAccomplished5484

“I could use a new car. Free oil changes for a few years would also help tremendously.” – u/deleted

19. “This was a request on NextDoor.”

“I’d send him the address of the nearest Walmart.” – u/Pretzel_Logistics

“They can’t afford a simple plugin nightlight.” – u/Ok_Habit59