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Post Posted: Fri Nov 24, 2006 12:06 am    Post subject: Tips for Holiday Budgeting
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At last long awaited holiday shopping season has arrived and with it lots of debt.
  • Review your last year's expenses. This is probably the best point you can start by reviewing what you spent last year.

  • Make a list and then make sure that you stuck to it. Also check the list twice before you spend on the listed items. Set aside some amount for every item and then keep track of spending along the way.

  • When you are shopping you may be tempted towards a lot of things that are not on your list, but make sure that you say no to your last minutes temptations.

  • A financial adviser will always recommend you to go for all cash. But some times credit cards make more sense. But make sure that you use it carefully and don’t go beyond then what you can afford.

  • And make sure that when you are budgeting you are not letting your emotions coming in between and be practical. Use your previous experiences.

Now it's high time that you get your finances in order to avoid debt.

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Post Posted: Thu Feb 01, 2007 10:31 pm    Post subject:
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The holidays can often be a stressful time – especially when it comes to money and budgeting. But proper planning, research and a little self-discipline, can help prevent post-holiday debt. Here are a few tips to get you started:

1. Plan Ahead
2. Make a Gift List, Set Limits and Stick to it
3. Do Your Research
4. Buy in Bulk When Possible
5. Use Credit Cards Wisely
a. Pay Your Balance as Soon as Possible
b. Find a Card with a Low Annual Percentage Rate (APR)
c. Watch Out for Store Credit Cards

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Post Posted: Fri Feb 02, 2007 4:17 am    Post subject: RE: helpful tips on vacation budgeting
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Interesting tips Davy!

Yeah, one needs proper planning to avoid overspending in a vacation.

One needs to research on the place where he will be going on a vacation. Then fix up lodging facilities and then make a rough estimate of the costs involved. One also has to restrict oneself in shopping for too many items while on a vacation.
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