Your Best Friend is Already Very Invested in Your Relationship. The best people wont mess you around – if youre lucky enough to be dating someone who shares your values then theyre unlikely to leave you in the lurch. Be warned though: Dating your best friend is always a risk – but its a risk for both of you.

Can a best friend be a boyfriend?

In fact, research agrees the most successful marriages are born out of strong friendships. A strong friendship doesnt necessarily translate into a strong relationship. Dont jump into anything without thinking. Here are five questions to ask yourself before turning your best friend into your boyfriend.