The context of the following conversation is Austin was homeless and broke. Austin made money washing dishes.:
Austin says I'm broke and desperate for money.
The friend responds I thought you had a dishwashing job.
Austin responds I do, but it pays dismal wages, barely enough to eat.
The friend responds That's terrible. How do you pay rent?.
Austin responds I can't afford rent..
The friend responds You can always crash at my place if you need somewhere safe to sleep..