Here are the key episodes where Sam's financial struggles are hinted at:
* "Home" (Season 1, Episode 16): Sam reveals he is struggling financially and doesn't have a car.
* "The Sue Sylvester Shuffle" (Season 2, Episode 20): Sam is shown living with his dad, who is a struggling gambler.
* "The Purple Piano Project" (Season 2, Episode 10): Sam is forced to leave glee club due to financial difficulties.
* "Furt" (Season 2, Episode 14): Sam asks for a job at the school so he can afford to pay his bills.
While Sam's financial struggles are mentioned throughout the series, they are never explicitly shown. His homelessness is a recurring theme, but it's never directly addressed.