Money

Something I've always wondered is how people come up with the money for international adoption. If you've done this did you borrow, save or do it some other way?

Comments

 I think there may be loans

 I think there may be loans you can get to help you come up with the money to get an adoption. Many people cannot afford them right away.

 Yes, there are adoption

 Yes, there are adoption loans. There are many organizations that offer quite large loans for individuals who want to adopt but cannot afford to pay up front. It's always a good idea to speak with an adoption lawyer to make sure you understand all the paperwork, requirements etc.

 I know the thought of

 I know the thought of getting a loan may seem intimidating, but it's not as bad as you may think. It never hurts to ask because you may qualify for a great loan and not have to spend as much out of pocket as you may think. Checking never hurts :)

 I was lucky enough to be

 I was lucky enough to be able to borrow money from a family member. I'm glad it worked out that way for me because I've always been pretty worried about getting loans. It's not easy to pay back but it's better to pay back someone without having to pay interest.

Like someone else mentioned,

Like someone else mentioned, loans aren't as scary as they seem; as long as you can pay them back. Be sure to do your research if you decide to go that route to get the best option for you. If you can't qualify for a loan, owing money to someone in your life who trusts you is a good option. No interest that way :P And, the person is more likely to work with you and be understanding if something sets you back a bit.

 I don't think I'd ever be

 I don't think I'd ever be able to qualify for a loan; my credit is pretty shot. I'm working on making it better. It's tough to turn things around.

 Loans are so tricky. I've

 Loans are so tricky. I've always been a bit intimidated by them. I would personally try to find money some other way; such as borrowing. But, that's just my personal preferance :)