Fete Lifestyle Magazine October 2023 - Entertainment Issue | Page 28

1.Create a Budget: Plan your Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Hanukkah expenses in advance. Make a list of everything you need to spend money on, including gifts, decorations, food, and travel expenses.

2.Set Realistic Expectations:

Be honest with yourself and your family about what you can afford. Setting financial boundaries and not overspending on gifts, food or extravagant celebrations is highly recommended to maintain your lifestyle.

3.Start Early:

Begin shopping for gifts and decorations, costumes, food, lodging well in advance; frankly you should be starting these shopping days now! This allows you to take advantage of sales and discounts, saving you money now and in the long run. Many stores like Costco and Sam’s Club are already stocking their shelves with holiday gifts and food items.

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