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Most of us follow the rules: partly because we don’t want to end up in legal trouble, and partly because, well, we like to think we’re decent citizens. But let’s be honest, sometimes there are clever little loopholes that bend the rules just enough to feel rebellious, yet stay perfectly legal.
And guess what? People online are spilling the tea on these perfectly legal loopholes that feel shady but are 100% allowed. From clever money-saving tricks to workarounds that make you question why they’re legal in the first place, these loopholes prove you don’t always have to break the rules to beat the system!
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#1
Becoming president of the United States to stay out of prison.
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#2
Having an ad blocker on my browser.
connorgrs:
Better yet: having an ad blocker installed in your modem’s DNS so every device connected to your WiFi gets Adblock.
When you live somewhere, you naturally follow the local laws, nobody wants a surprise trip to the police station, right? The same goes double when you’re traveling! But sometimes, in the excitement of packing bags and booking tickets, we overlook tiny details. Did you know that in Germany you can sip beer at 16, but in India you might need to wait until you’re 25 in some states? Little things like this can catch you off guard and land you in awkward situations abroad. Always check the local legal drinking age to avoid accidentally breaking the law. It’s a small step that could save you from a big headache.
#4
Being in the Senate and pass laws that benefits the companies I'm buying stock from?
javibeme:
When people ask how they became millionaires, this is the exact answer.
Tucker Cahooter 19 hours ago
The Orange one just has to open his mouth and await for the stock market reaction. Too easy!
#6
Not caring what other people think of you. You'd be shocked how freeing it is to simply not care about other people's opinions.
It’s not just about the drinking age, though, every country has its own quirky rules that can surprise even seasoned travelers. Something that’s totally fine at home could get you a fine or worse somewhere else. That’s why it’s super important to read up on local laws before you hop on that flight. A quick Google search might save you a whole lot of hassle and keep your vacation stress-free. Many travel advisories share these small but important cultural or legal notes. Take ten minutes to check your destination’s dos and don’ts, you’ll thank yourself later.
#7
Regifting an unwanted gift.
#8
Libraries: It feels like I’m stealing to get a book or movie and take my time with it and give it back when I am done.
#9
Being disabled and getting accommodations that you need.
anon:
It felt so wrong the first time I sat in a disabled seat on a train.
LookASquirrel 20 hours ago
I still rarely take advantage of my handicap placard. I got roasted last time on here that if I'm too exhausted after a long day of grocery shopping that I need it I shouldn't be driving🤦🏻♀️ So...
Ah, young love! Holding hands, sneaking a kiss, cuddling in public, it’s all cute, right? Well, not everywhere. While PDA is no big deal in Europe or the US, some countries really frown upon it. In certain places, even hugging or kissing in public could get you in trouble. For example, in parts of the Middle East, public displays of affection are strictly prohibited. Always check local customs so your sweet moment doesn’t turn into an embarrassing fine or worse.
#10
You don’t have to tip. Hit zero, say thank you and leave. Congrats you just saved 15-20 percent on your purchase.
Nikki Sevven 4 hours ago
I absolutely will tip servers and bartenders who make below minimum wage. In most restaurants, servers have to tip back of the house workers who do make minimum wage, reducing their compensation even further. Unless the service really s***s, I tip 20%. If the service was great, I've tipped up to 50%. Yes, I'm in the US. Not tipping will NEVER make restaurants pay their employees better unless the federal law changes.
#11
Yesterday I went to the pharmacy at a place known for its mile-long receipts filled with coupons. One coupon was for $2 off any item, so I got a $2 bottle of water and they just let me take it for free. Felt amazing.
#12
Using the family bathroom when I have no family.
Zavaldski:
Or using the disabled bathroom when you're not disabled (which is the same thing in most places)
Though now that a lot of places are just rebranding them as gender-neutral bathrooms it feels a lot less naughty.
LookASquirrel 20 hours ago
The family bathroom can also be used as a safe place if you are non-binary or transgender. I used the family bathroom at the zoo with my husband after a foot surgery so he could block the door so i didn't have to lock it in case I needed help.
Speaking of awkward, let’s talk about medicine. You’d think packing your usual allergy pills or cold meds is harmless. But surprise, some countries ban common over-the-counter medicines. For example, Japan doesn’t allow anything containing codeine or stimulants, that even includes things like Vicks inhalers. The UAE and Singapore have similarly strict drug import laws. Always carry a doctor’s note and check if your prescription is permitted, you don’t want airport security to confiscate your essentials.
#13
I saw a concert at a venue that didn't let you leave and re-enter once you were inside. I was telling the merch guy I wanted to buy a poster but not have to hold it all night. He said "just say you have asthma and you need your inhaler, if it's a medical issue they're not allowed to ask you any questions."
I was hesitant because I really didn't want to not get let back in, and he was like "cmon, come with me."
He goes to the door, tells security "hey, this kid has asthma, he needs to go get his inhaler."
I took off running, not even thinking about the connection, brought the poster back to my car, walked back to the side entrance, they stopped me and I was like "I was just in there!" and they were like "eh let him go."
I actually still feel a little guilty about it, but it definitely worked! Gave the merch guy a fist bump.
#14
Going to Costco with my kids to eat a bunch samples and then a 1.50 hotdog and soda.
#15
Bringing snacks/ drinks from the outside into a movie theater.
Paul C. 10 hours ago
Over the years I perfected the wine bladder. My wife and I would go to concerts and I would buy a box of wine, take the "wine bladder" out of the box, drink some of it, then strap it under baggy cargo trousers. Once inside the venue surreptitiously take it out, nobody wants warm wine.
Next up: dress codes! Some places love a good beach vibe: bikinis, shorts, even going topless might fly. But walk a block away and you could land a fine for wearing swimwear off the sand. Take Barcelona: stroll through the city in your bikini, and you could get slapped with a hefty fine. Many cities have rules to keep public spaces respectful for all residents. Always carry a cover-up or change of clothes to avoid any awkward run-ins with local authorities.
#16
I install windows and trim them out. My work throws out scrap boards that are too short to fit on our very limited lumber rack. I pull them from the dumpster and bring them home because free wood is free wood. When we are working in my area I trim the window from what I have in my garage. My company reimburses me in lineal feet. This is how I get free full length boards.
Edit- to clarify as best I can:
-We don’t have the space to store a lot of boards, so if we have a say 4’ cutoff it generally goes in the dumpster unless someone wants it. Someone always takes those for a shelf or something or for a job the next day that we know we can use it for.
-I want it, because I have use for 4’ boards.
-it’s encouraged for us to take home cut offs, but not full 16’ or 8’ boards. We save those.
-it’s unfortunate we can’t store those cuttoffs because they are often all we need. I bring those when we need them.
-my boss says that once it hits the dumpster it’s mine. I supply 4 4’ boards from my own house, I’m owed 16 lf. I take home a full 16 footer because I’m swimming in scraps, but sometimes need full boards.
-my boss is aware this is dysfunctional. We are working on improving our lumber storage.
#17
UK here.
Driving in the bus lane when it's not bus lane time.
The road near me gives a whole lane over to buses from 16:00-18-00.
I drive home from work at about 1545 in the "bus lane", past miles of queuing traffic.
michael Chock 20 hours ago
The same with the carpool lanes. It's open driving outside the posted reserved times, people just get used to never using them.
#18
Some charities are becoming debt-buyers: people who buy delinquent debts like collection companies
They buy the medical debts or student loans for pennies on the dollar, and then abolish them so people are free of those bills.
Here’s one you might not expect: your fancy shoes could get you in trouble, too. Yep, Greece has banned high heels at historic sites like the Acropolis. Turns out, stilettos can damage ancient stones. The same rule applies to other ancient sites like the Colosseum in Rome. Wearing flat, comfy shoes is not only respectful but will also make your sightseeing way more enjoyable.
#19
Saying that I will not answer any questions about my medical history unless it is pertinent to the medical information that I *chose* to disclose in order to receive the necessary accommodations.
Under HIPAA laws, non government employers are prohibited from asking you for a your medical history, unless you have been diagnosed with any condition or disorder that will 75% prevent you from doing your job.
In my case, I have epilepsy, and so I disclosed it and what accommodations I needed. My employer told me that they needed a doctor's note or letter regarding the diagnosis in order to approve it, and I supplied it. However, when one of the big wigs asked me for one year's worth of health records, I casually said, "That's not pertinent to the letter that I sent in, or the diagnosis that required the accommodation letter. You can not ask me for a year's worth of records, and if you ask again, I will be on the phone with a HIPAA lawyer before you can even blink.".
#20
Apparently being one of the wealthy elite allows you to do whatever you want with zero repercussions whatsoever.
Moving Enigma 15 hours ago
or apparently being President of the Dystopian States of America as you folks don't seem to have the working checks & balances of other democratic countries.
#21
There’s a Tractor Supply (the store) online hack, where you can search any store in the US on the website, find your item cheaper than your local store. Add it to cart and then right before you pay, change the pickup location to your local store. The price stays the same as the cheaper store. I saved a ton of money on stall mats for my home gym this way.
Road trips are fun, but don’t get too carried away with the accelerator. Speed limits can vary wildly from one country to another. In some places, the highways let you zoom at 220 km/h, but in others, you’ll be stuck at a max of 100. Germany’s Autobahn might be famous for its no-speed-limit stretches, but even there, certain sections do have limits. Pay attention to signs and local driving rules, speeding fines abroad can burn a serious hole in your travel budget.
Think you can cut a line to catch that train? Not so fast! In London, jumping the queue at a Tube station is actually a criminal offence. Londoners take their queues very seriously. So, no matter how late you are, keep your place and wait your turn. In Singapore too, queue-jumping can get you some dirty looks and an official warning. A little patience keeps you out of trouble and shows respect for local etiquette.
#22
Incorporating your business in the Cayman Islands to avoid taxes.
#23
TLDR: You can bill a doctor for YOUR time.
I have narcolepsy and 18 years ago when we were getting it all sorted out I had to go to the neurologist every month to check in and re-up my prescription (a controlled substance, so they would only do 1 month at a time). Literally every single time I showed up on time and waited 1 hour+ in the waiting room, then they’d put me in the private room where you sit on paper and I’d wait usually another half hour to hour before the Dr. would come in and spend 6 minutes with me. Every time I left the office I paid my copay and every time they made me sign a paper that stated the Dr’s time is valuable and if a patient is more than 5 minutes late for an appointment they’d be billed accordingly (this detail matters for later).
I’m pretty patient so I just let it slide for a while. Then one day my insurance changed, I gave them my new insurance info when I paid my copay after my visit. Then a couple months later they sent me a bill for something like $3,000! Turns out they mistakenly tried billing my old insurance for one visit, which obviously didn’t work, so then they tried to get me to pay the absolutely insane amount (for the Dr.’s 6 minutes of time). This was their mistake and I wasn’t going to pay it but they weren’t going to let it go. They told me they would send me to collections.
So, I strung them along for several more months to avoid collections and while I was doing that I very carefully and accurately tracked every minute I waited past my scheduled appointment times (remember I went in every 4 weeks).
Then I wrote them a letter that was very directly modeled after their “the dr’s time is valuable” letter, it stated that my time is valuable and that starting 10 minutes after my appointment time the Dr is considered late for our appointment and that I would be billing for my time. I stated that I was going to graciously forgive the previous year+ of tardiness but itemized all of my time he had wasted for the last 3-4 months. I came up with a personal hourly rate that made my bill to them about $4,500.
They immediately dropped the charges and miraculously I never waited more than about 15 minutes again.
#24
Incorporating your small business in a different state - one you’ve never even visited and never will - to get better tax benefits. It’s feels totally illegal, and yet somehow isn’t.
Feeding the birds might feel like a wholesome travel moment, but think twice! In some cities, tossing crumbs to pigeons is a big no-no. For example, in Venice and other European spots, feeding flocks can attract pests and create a mess, so they banned it altogether. The same goes for certain parks in the US, where feeding wildlife can disrupt the ecosystem. Check the local signs and resist the urge , nature and your wallet will thank you.
#25
My university email still works. Apparently they never deactivate them.
Most student discounts just require a university email as proof.
Hense, never ending student discounts.
Kelly Scott 4 hours ago
Yeah, I'm not happy with this either. When I worked in a copy store, I had someone tell me they were a teacher and got 10% off. On the way out, she was bragging about this to a friend and when the friend asked how she got 10% off, this woman told her that she just used her teacher's ID from when she was a teacher five years ago. We were a profit-sharing store, so any money this lady "saved", basically came out of my paycheck.
#26
I buy myself gift cards when they are on sale; is like a 25% discount for minimal effort. Most say "limit 2 per customer" but they don't seem to track this. You can go back next week and buy two more. I will keep doing this until someone actually stops me.
#27
Student discount on Apple.com for my, uh, student in kindergarten.
General Anaesthesia 20 hours ago
"... many Americans celebrate kindergarten graduation with ceremonies, often featuring caps, gowns, songs, and diplomas..." (AI Overview), so a student discount is warranted, no?
#28
Letting my AI company buy my failing company.
At the end of the day, travel is about soaking up new experiences, but it’s also about being a respectful guest. So, before you take off, spend a little time reading up on the local dos and don’ts. A quick check can save you money, stress, and awkward run-ins with the law.
Well, these posts prove there are plenty of things that are perfectly legal but might feel suspiciously shady while you’re doing them. Just remember to double-check if they’re actually allowed in your country, too! Have you ever done something that felt totally illegal but turned out to be 100% legal? We’d love to hear your story, spill the tea!
#29
DoorDash (& other delivery) would mess up my order but if an entire item wasn't missing, they'd do a tiny partial refund even though I didn't receive the food I ordered. Forcing me to pay for food I didn't order.
Example: I could order a cheeseburger with onion rings, bacon, BBQ sauce and just receive a plain cheeseburger, and they'd say since it was just missing a few toppings I'd only get a couple bucks back. Basically forcing me to pay full price for an item I didn't even ask for.
Another example: ordering a pizza with pepperoni and jalapenos, having it arrive with only jalapenos. I'd get a $2.50 refund for a missing topping and be stuck with a pizza I didn't order.
Loophole: in the examples above, rather than say my bacon cheeseburger was missing toppings, I'd just say the entire item was missing. I'd tell them I received a burger, but not the burger I ordered, which isn't lying. My bacon cheeseburger was completely missing and I got someone else's burger instead. Same with the pizza-- it wasn't just missing a topping, I ordered one pizza and got something completely different.
It's a different way to frame it, but it isn't dishonest and it's important because if you got the wrong item, it's a full refund. If an item was prepared incorrectly, you get hardly anything except food you didn't ask for.
Kelly Scott 4 hours ago
I ordered chips and salsa from Taco Bell and got two - count 'em - two chips and a little cup of salsa. They came in a super small bag, so it's not like I thought the driver ate them. I complained and Taco Bell just said too bad, so sad.
#30
Ordering no ice at Starbucks and asking for a cup of ice on the side. They fill your cup up all the way with no extra charge. Makes no sense. Doesn’t work good for espresso drinks but for iced coffee, cold brew, and refreshers, you’re just getting double the drink for free.
#31
Medical bags are allowed almost anywhere, I put an epipen and a bunch of small items for my kids like snacks or other items I don’t want to carry in it and nothing’s been removed from it just a quick glance to make sure it’s a medical bag.
KatWitch57 2 hours ago
You will need to update it frequently to ensure all medical supplies are in date. I have to do this with my heart and lung bag. I also have to keep a hospital go bag;
#32
My very cheap family membership to the local natural history museum gets me into a bunch of expensive museums in Chicago.
#33
Loading up on free furniture at the dumpsters of student apartments every summer and reselling to the new tenants.
#34
The whole "Wear a safety vest and carry a clipboard to go anywhere" for the most part is totally legal. It's not your fault if they don't tell you you're not allowed to enter.
#36
When in the US, I will give the restaurant waiter a cash gift instead of a large tip. There is no tax on the gift they received.
#37
Filing for bankruptcy.
#38
I call in every year to my Internet service provider to get the new customer deals.
My Internet cost has gone down by $30 a month from 3 years ago for the same service.
#39
Coming off the motorway junction, going around the roundabout and getting back on. Skipping about 20 minutes of queueing in traffic.
michael reid 11 hours ago
I do that sometimes. Lane one moves fastest on the approach to a junction (in a queue) because cars are leaving that lane. But it's slowest after the junction because cars are joining that lane. So approaching a junction, use lane one, use the slip roads and roundabout to go about half a mile forward and rejoin then move to lane two or three when you can. Also, approaching a roundabout wanting to turn left (in UK, driving on the left) but having to wait in a big queue, nothing wrong with going up the empty right turn lane, doing a full circuit and coming off where you intended.
#40
Using a mix of merchandise coupons with store-specific coupons, plus rewards points and cash back apps to essentially get pricey stuff for free/ near free. I once got $30 worth of hair products for a $1 because of coupon stacking.
Philly Bob 4 hours ago
I've combined 40% off, 30% off plus extra bucks at times to get my $40 per case protein shakes for like $9. I stock up on them. (I require protein and vitamin suppliments daily. And not for body building either!)
#41
Allowing oil sprays that have the 0 calorie label on it, when in reality it’s not, and it’s a loophole by the FDA. Seriously, who allowed this??
growdirt:
Same way tic-tacs contain zero calories, despite being nearly 100% sugar. The serving size is too small to require caloric info on the label.
#42
If you type "Jiffy lube oil change" into Google the first result will be 50% off a Valvoline full service oil change.
I did it so many times the option stopped popping up. So I downloaded Brave browser and turned on my VPN and voila, 50% off oil changes again 😎.
Patricia Steward 5 hours ago
This didn't happen for me just now, but clicking on the first entry (which was my local store) there was a coupon for $15 off.
#43
Before buying pizza i search [name of the pizza place] + pizza voucher.
So eg Domino's Pizza Voucher
Or Pizza Hut Pizza Voucher
Etc....
Today i got 40% off.
Kelly Scott 3 hours ago
They have those in the paper all the time, so...besides, who eats that awful pizza?
#44
Not sure if it’s still around, but you could use a .edu email and get Sunday Ticket for like 75% off. I hadn’t been to school in like 15 years but the NFL can take the hit.
#45
If you have let's say 20.50$ on your card but need to take out 20$ but the fees cost too much go and grab one banana for 10 cents and use cash back. I get lots of weird looks but I haven't seen anybody else do this.
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ginniepernel 2 hours ago
I ɢᴇᴛ ᴘᴀɪᴅ ᴏᴠᴇʀ $120 ᴘᴇʀ ʜᴏᴜʀ ᴡᴏʀᴋɪɴɢ ғʀᴏᴍ ʜᴏᴍᴇ. I ɴᴇᴠᴇʀ ᴛʜᴏᴜɢʜᴛ ɪ'ᴅ ʙᴇ ᴀʙʟᴇ ᴛᴏ ᴅᴏ ɪᴛ ʙᴜᴛ ᴍʏ ʙᴜᴅᴅʏ ᴍᴀᴋᴇs ᴏᴠᴇʀ $13,453 ᴀ ᴍᴏɴᴛʜ ᴅᴏɪɴɢ ᴛʜɪs ᴀɴᴅ sʜᴇ ᴄᴏɴᴠɪɴᴄᴇᴅ ᴍᴇ ᴛᴏ ᴛʀʏ. sᴛᴀʀᴛ ᴇᴀʀɴɪɴɢ ᴍᴏʀᴇ ᴄᴀsʜ ɪɴ ᴘᴀʀᴛ ᴛɪᴍᴇ. ᴄʜᴀɴɢᴇᴅ ᴍʏ ʟɪғᴇ.....➤➤ 𝗟𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗝𝗼𝗯𝟭.𝗰𝗼𝗺
ginniepernel 2 hours ago
I ɢᴇᴛ ᴘᴀɪᴅ ᴏᴠᴇʀ $120 ᴘᴇʀ ʜᴏᴜʀ ᴡᴏʀᴋɪɴɢ ғʀᴏᴍ ʜᴏᴍᴇ. I ɴᴇᴠᴇʀ ᴛʜᴏᴜɢʜᴛ ɪ'ᴅ ʙᴇ ᴀʙʟᴇ ᴛᴏ ᴅᴏ ɪᴛ ʙᴜᴛ ᴍʏ ʙᴜᴅᴅʏ ᴍᴀᴋᴇs ᴏᴠᴇʀ $13,453 ᴀ ᴍᴏɴᴛʜ ᴅᴏɪɴɢ ᴛʜɪs ᴀɴᴅ sʜᴇ ᴄᴏɴᴠɪɴᴄᴇᴅ ᴍᴇ ᴛᴏ ᴛʀʏ. sᴛᴀʀᴛ ᴇᴀʀɴɪɴɢ ᴍᴏʀᴇ ᴄᴀsʜ ɪɴ ᴘᴀʀᴛ ᴛɪᴍᴇ. ᴄʜᴀɴɢᴇᴅ ᴍʏ ʟɪғᴇ.....➤➤ 𝗟𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗝𝗼𝗯𝟭.𝗰𝗼𝗺
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