Tips to stay in a budget during the holidays

15 Dec, 2018

Tips to stay in a budget during the holidays

The holidays are known as one of the happiest times of the year for many reasons. Not only do many enjoy spending time with friends and family, but it seems like the holidays spirit gets everyone in to aa lighter, funner and even more colorful mood!

 

If you are starting your own business, then it is very possible that you have just done a big investment on your business, and perhaps you are a but tight economically because sales haven’t boomed just yet. If this is the case, there is no need to worry and you must not feel stressed about it, because there are many ways for you to save during the holiday season.

 

Although this is a time where people are used to giving each other gifts to show affection for one another, it doesn’t mean you have to get into economical trouble just to be part of the tradition. We have several tips that will help you save a lot of money and still be part of every Holiday tradition.

 

1. Make a spending list and be organized with it. When you have parties every day, or friends to visit weekly, it gets easy to lose track of how much money you are spent on food, thank you gifts or small “invisible friend” gifts. Keep a list and write down everything you spend so that you know exactly how much you have used and it doesn’t take you by surprise.

2. Write down every gift you want to buy and  set a budget. You can choose to spend more on the most special people but stick to your budget! This will allow you to know exactly how much you spend in gifts.

3. Once you have lists in order, try to  spend less than they say. Find sales such as online discount stores or make use of Black Friday. Instead of waiting for mid December to buy a TV, prepare and look for it on Black Friday, we are sure you will save a lot of money with his days huge discounts.


 

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