i quit my job today, i wasnt getting any hours i got paid pretty badly and i have another part time job that i've had for a year. the problem is my dad just cosigned a loan with me for 13,500, so he's going to to be pissed if he finds out i quit. but its really not enough money anyway for a job where i get treated badly, no hours, and it was a seasonal job that was going to end VERY shortly anyhow. he's automatically going to assume that i'm not going to make my payments. i still live at home and will be commuting to college this fall from home. my first payment isnt until sept 4th anyway. should i just wait til i get another job to tell my dad, which means i have to leave the house during the day sometimes since he is home days, or should i just tell him up front and if so how should i go about it?
2006-08-02 03:00:05 · 32 answers · asked by futurefhmal 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Family
I would just be a responisble adult and tell him. Just don't forget your plan (be sure to have a plan) to remedy the situation. Talk camly and try not to get upset.
2006-08-02 03:04:38 · answer #1 · answered by Sherry 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should never quit a job unless you have another one to go to and you're Dad has every right to be pissed off. Because he co-signed that means if you don't make the payment then he has to. If you were my child and the loan was for a car, I would take it and sell it and you would find an alternate way to get to college.
2006-08-02 04:16:51 · answer #2 · answered by Mollywobbles 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Upfront and honest... tell him how/why you quit and maybe before the payments are due, you can get another job lined up.
As a parent, I would rather have my daughter tell me the truth ASAP and not wait until later when she thinks the timing is better.
What you said here seems to be reasonable but if he doesn't listen, like some parents tend to do, tell Mom, she can intervene for you if needed.
Good luck and don't forget to make your payments Sept 4th or sooner. :-)
2006-08-02 03:09:45 · answer #3 · answered by Big-Sister 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Don't hide the truth from your dad. If he finds out, you'll lose all the credibility and respect you've built up with him
Draw up a budget for your one remaining income, in which you prioritize your loan payment. That way, when you tell him, you can actually show him on paper your plan for keeping up your payments.
He WILL get pissed, but probably not as badly if he sees you have a plan.
2006-08-02 03:07:37 · answer #4 · answered by Privratnik 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get another job ASAP, you are lying to him and yourself. What exactly are you doing while you are out if not looking for a job anyway? Just be upfront and tell him what happened, let him know you are looking for a job and explain why you quit in the first place. Get a job though September will come quicker than you think and I think you will be relieved once you are honest with him.
2006-08-02 03:15:06 · answer #5 · answered by marianlaughs 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should tell your Dad in a very simple manner the things you are telling us. Parental help is the best. Your Dad has brought you up, he's the best to share your worries.
You can tell him through your mom in case you think that you don't have courage to tell him directly. I'm sure that she can be the best moderator in between you and your father. She can handle the situation well.
Try hard to get another job, after all your parents have expectations from you. Good Luck.
2006-08-02 03:10:48 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just be like, Dad, relax and please do not interupt me until I am finished. I have something to tell you. Today I quit my job, I know ur going to be upset with me. I am going out after talking to u to find another job. I am taking responsibiliy in my life.
The reason I quit:
1. No Hours
2. Low Pay
3. The Job Was Seasonal
4. The People Were Mean
2006-08-02 03:09:18 · answer #7 · answered by Mikey C 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just go to him and tell him you need talk to him about something very important. Tell him why you quit and explain to him that you are in the process of finding another job. Also explain to him that you will be able to make your payment on time. Just be truthful about it. Lying is the worst thing that you can do.
2006-08-02 03:28:37 · answer #8 · answered by bighampjr 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should have found another job before you quit. Period.
You made a committment to your father and you broke it.
That being said, be upfront about the situation. Let him know that you quit, but will get another job to make the payments. Be honest. Be responsible.
Your fathers trust is one of the most important things that you have. Don't loose it.
2006-08-02 03:07:19 · answer #9 · answered by mykidsRmylife 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You quit one crappy part time job because they were not giving you enough hours... who can blame you?
Ask the other part time employer if they can give you a few more hours to bring you where you were money wise. Explain your situation to your employer letting them know you are now available to work more hours and why.
Your Dad won't be angry......but he will be if you don't tell him the truth right away. You are being responsible in letting him know and finding a way to get the money you need to repay your loan.
2006-08-02 03:14:57 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get a copy of your local newspaper and make some calls now. Your entire occupation for the next three days is to get another part-time job. If that fails, then tell your dad.
2006-08-02 03:04:20 · answer #11 · answered by wmp55 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋