Serious question, why does everyone say to never work with friends?

I just finished a logo project for my friend's new cafe in Austin, and it was the smoothest job I've had all year. We had a clear contract, he paid the $500 deposit up front, and gave great feedback. Am I the only one who thinks the 'never work with friends' rule is wrong if you set clear rules from the start?

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grace_kelly4517d ago

Totally agree, my buddy paid me for a website last month and it was chill lol.

shane_carter17d ago

That one good experience is pure luck. The rule exists because money changes even the best friendships. You just haven't hit the problem yet.

williams.luna17d ago

Come on, that's way too cynical. I've loaned money to friends and had them pay me back for side jobs plenty of times. It's all about being clear up front. Write down what you agree on, even just a text. My friend and I did a simple contract for some design work and it kept everything smooth. Assuming money will ruin everything just shows a lack of trust in your own friends.