Love can sometimes make people do things they never imagined.
For one Malaysian woman, what started as an act of sacrifice for someone she loved has now turned into a financial burden she has to carry on her own.
Took RM30K loan to help boyfriend settle his debts
In a recent Threads post, the woman shared how she once took out a RM30,000 personal loan under her own name to help her then-boyfriend settle his previous debts.
According to her, she agreed to do so after he repeatedly assured her that he would repay the money once the loan was approved.
I once took a RM30,000 loan for my ex-boyfriend. He promised he would pay me back after I made the loan,” she wrote.
She explained that the money was used by the man to clear some of his old debts at the time.
However, things did not turn out the way she expected.
Now paying the loan alone
The woman revealed that the man has since married another woman and is refusing to repay the money.
As a result, she is now left dealing with the consequences of the loan.
Now I’m the one who has to bear everything. Every month I have to pay RM636 to the bank,” she shared, adding that the situation has left her unsure about what she should do next.
Netizens urge her to take legal action
Her story quickly sparked discussion among netizens, with many expressing frustration over how some people take advantage of their partners financially.
Some users pointed out that taking a loan for someone you are not married to carries huge risks, especially when there is no formal agreement involved.
Others advised her to seek legal recourse if she has any evidence of the arrangement.
If there’s any written proof, even WhatsApp chats, you can use it as supporting evidence when making a claim,” one netizen suggested.
Another user recommended filing a civil claim in court, saying it can sometimes be done without hiring a lawyer as long as the necessary details such as the person’s name, IC number and address are available.
For now, the woman says she continues to shoulder the monthly repayment, a painful reminder of a relationship that has already ended.
