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5 Smart Money Hacks to Help You Budget for the Holidays

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With the economy making everyone extra cautious about spending , I really wanted to give myself the gift of not worrying about money this holiday season. How can anyone on a budget relax about money during the holidays? So, how can we enjoy the holidays without stressing about the inevitable dent they’ll leave in our savings?

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3 Ways to Avoid Overspending During the Holidays

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In the early years of our marriage, the holidays used to throw a wrench in our financial plans. We’d spend the majority of the year being diligent budgeters and ignoring our desires to take lavish vacations, spend heavily on meals or buy the newest gadget. And then November would roll around. Start with a Percentage.

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5 Long-Term Financial Goals and How to Achieve Them

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While still making the minimum payment on all of your debt, focus on paying down high-interest debts first using extra funds in your budget. Opening a college savings fund for your child when they’re young can help you save for their future college expenses.

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How to Experience Luxury in Everyday Life

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But if that pick-me-up is what you need to help you get through the week, it’s OK to keep it in your budget and savor it. Enjoy that latte without shame but then look at other parts of your budget where you can cut back. If you were just picking up coffee out of habit and it doesn’t add much to your day, cut it out. Be flexible.

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Looking to Cut Costs? These Are 5 of the Best Items to Buy Used

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Classic glassware and fine china are home decor items that seem ubiquitous in thrift stores and antique shops, but can be extremely expensive to purchase new. Holiday decorations. Americans love decorating for the holidays, and buying new decorations each year can take a chunk out of your budget. Glassware and china.

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How Financial Wellness Programs Can Benefit Employees and Employers

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Gone are the days when new employees received a list of the company holidays during onboarding and a packet with information about how to sign up for health care and retirement benefits. Employers are now providing a broader suite of benefits and are increasingly recognizing the importance of financial wellness programs for employees.

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5 Productivity Products and Services to Boost Company Morale

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Here’s what products and services to look into at your next budget meeting to give your space and processes a pick-me-up. If you are superstitious, go for the money tree instead, which also makes a fun boss or employee gift around the holidays. It has pages and calendar months to log events and expenses.

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