One way I know we can get back to embracing the true spirit of the holidays is to Shop Small! What does that mean? That means skipping the massive online retailers and box stores and instead, go shop on Main Street! By, ‘main street,’ I mean the locally owned shops in your community. The stores that your neighbors own. The stores that keep a city alive. The mom and pop shops.
Read MoreThe holidays are such a special time! I feel my energy building up getting ready to watch all of the lovely holiday movies, while cuddling on the coach and sipping on hot cocoa. But for many of us it is a time of financial stress. Sometimes the stress comes from not knowing exactly how much the cost of Christmas will end up being when you see the credit card bill in January. Well - fret not friends! I’ve pulled together a list of gifts UNDER $25, for her AND him!
Read MoreIf you’re getting ready for the upcoming Halloween holiday, you’re probably already realizing how expensive it can get. Why is it that holidays tend to sneak up on us, even though they happen on the same day every year? The best way to ensure you don’t overspend is to budget ahead of time.
Read MoreI know you’ve heard... and, you’ve probably already done some research… Well, Amazon Prime Day is coming! This year Amazon Prime will begin at midnight PST and run for a full 48 hours on July 15th through July 16th. If you have been saving up for gifts, or even for some Amazon-specific items - wait no longer. Now is the time to put that money to good use.
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