How Do You Save Money While Christmas Shopping?
Nobody ever wants to give a less than perfect Christmas gift. Keep in mind that the perfect gift doesn’t have to come with a hefty price tag. Sometimes, finding the right present is a matter of knowing the recipient and shopping around. All it takes is a little perseverance, planning and a few simple steps. Make a list. Knowing who you are buying for and jotting down a few ideas for each person can help you to avoid impulse purchases that turn out to be wrong for everyone you know. This is also a good time to evaluate the list. Do you really need to buy a gift for Uncle Charlie or would a picture and a nice card do the trick? What about your co-workers? Rather than buying individual gifts for 10 people and everyone spending more than they can afford, consider an office gift exchange and drawing names. Set a reasonable limit of $10 to $15. Start early. OK, we all know that the day after Thanksgiving is the official kickoff to buying for the holidays and so-called Black Monday is the day
