November 15, 2016

ABA: 7 Ways to Avoid a Holiday Spending Hangover

WASHINGTON — As the holiday shopping season kicks into high gear, the American Bankers Association has identified seven habits that shoppers should embrace to minimize their holiday spending debt.
“It’s incredibly easy to go overboard buying gifts for loved ones during the holidays, but spending within your means will help keep your holidays merry and your finances bright,” said Corey Carlisle, executive director of the ABA Foundation. “There are simple things you can do to avoid a holiday spending hangover, like setting a budget in advance and avoiding impulse buys.”
Below are seven spending habits Americans should consider to help relieve the financial stress of the holidays:
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