Christmas comes around every year – without fail, in the same month; on the same day even. Real life looms on the other side of the holiday season. So why we are always blindsided, and left limping along until the longed-for check in January? Seeing as Christmas is an annual certainty, it makes sense to […]
On a Budget: Artificial Christmas Tree or a Real Tree?
The Christmas tree is a symbol of the holidays that is found in most homes in America. Some people prefer real trees, some prefer fake and some switch back and forth between real and fake depending on the year. There are pros and cons to each of these choices. Using an Artificial […]
How to Save Money on This Year’s Holiday Lighting
Surprisingly, the key to keeping your lighting bill down this winter is not skimping on the decorations this year, though if your budget is tight this year that is definitely something to look into. The real answer for this year’s savings is what kind of bulbs you are using in your decorations. This year, there […]
How to Save for the Holidays
The holidays are sneaking up on us as they do each year. What used to seem like a rare event as children is now something that we have to start preparing for on the first of the year. As our families grow larger and our children expect more expensive toys, those of us (most of […]
5 Tips for Making Your Holiday Gifts
One great way to extend your holiday budget and to give personalized and unique holiday gifts is to make them yourself. However, if you haven’t done it before, you can get in way over your head. Your good intentions can turn into a really stressful time. Here are five tips to help you make your […]
Seven Tips For a Family Christmas That Doesn’t Break the Bank
On a budget? Who isn’t these days? With the economy still a bit tight for many families, it’s tough to think about the upcoming holidays without getting a little stressed. How are you going to afford it? Not to worry. It’s possible to have a magnificent family Christmas and still stay on or below budget. […]
