Replies to This Discussion

Permalink Reply by Ellen C on December 2, 2011 at 11:59am

Don't charge it! Buy only what you can afford.

• ▶ Reply

Permalink Reply by Hope Lyman on December 2, 2011 at 12:01pm

Make a budget and stay with it. Shop early; you can often get great sales and deals just by shopping throughout the year instead of waiting til November! And scour your newspapers, online sites, etc. for coupons and sales!

• ▶ Reply

Permalink Reply by Carol Costantino on December 2, 2011 at 12:43pm

I never leave the house without a list. That way I'm less likely to get sidetracked by impulse buys.

• ▶ Reply

Permalink Reply by Caren Haug on December 2, 2011 at 12:43pm

If you shop online, go through a site that gives you cash back for your purchase.

• ▶ Reply

Permalink Reply by Maria Bravo on December 2, 2011 at 1:04pm

Wait for a sale! When I have cash in my hand I want to go crazy and buy, buy , buy. I have had to train myself to hold off on an item till it's one sale or to find it online and use a coupon to get it for less. Time is now limited but we still have a few weeks and there are a few items I am holding off on till the go down so more. 

• ▶ Reply

Permalink Reply by Lara Rouillard on December 2, 2011 at 1:52pm

Start early and do your research to find the best prices!

• ▶ Reply

Permalink Reply by Judy Antell on December 2, 2011 at 2:10pm

Gift receipts for returns.

• ▶ Reply

Permalink Reply by Robin on December 2, 2011 at 2:15pm

I recommend shopping online to avoid crowds and aggravation--but it's best to only use sites that offer free shipping, so you're not wasting money on that. There are usually lots of promotions around the holidays.

• ▶ Reply

Permalink Reply by Lori Bolden on December 2, 2011 at 2:30pm

Make a list, check it daily with the 'new' sales on the internet.. Price-match when you can!

• ▶ Reply

Permalink Reply by Sheila Vives on December 3, 2011 at 8:13am

Shop close-out stores where you can get really nice quality gifts for really low prices. Close-outs I prefer are TJ Maxx, Ross Dress for Less, Burlington Coat Factory (nice home decor and glassware, unique toys), and Marshalls.

• ▶ Reply

Permalink Reply by Jamie Casolari on December 3, 2011 at 8:13am

I shop throughout the year. No pressure that way. I can watch for amazing deals and find the perfect gift...come the holiday season , I can just relax and enjoy!

• ▶ Reply

Permalink Reply by Karen L Mead on December 3, 2011 at 8:22am

My top tip is to make a list and stick to it!

• ▶ Reply

▶ Reply to Discussion

• ‹ Previous
• 1
• 2
• 3
• …
• 9
• Next ›
• Page