Everyone knows that the holidays are supposed to be a time that we spend with family (and maybe friends). As you’re getting together with family, keep the following posts in mind. And have a very Merry Christmas!
Giving Christmas Gratitude to Our Troops
Even if you don’t have family members that are troops, it is still a great idea to share gratitude for those who sacrifice so much. This post from Redeeming Riches is likely to especially find relevance with Americans at this time.
Safety Tips for Holiday Driving
As you go to visit family members who might be far away, stay safe. Wise Bread has some great ideas for keeping safe. These tips can also help you prevent an expensive mishap.
Homemade Christmas Gifts
Thoughtful, homemade Christmas gifts can be a great way to enjoy a frugal Christmas while showing your family that you care. The Canadian Finance Blog has some great ideas.
If I Got to Pick the Gifts in The 12 Days of Christmas…
Len Penzo thinks that saddling your family with crappy, outdated gifts is in poor taste. Instead, you can wow your family with the updated 12 Days of Christmas gifts he suggests. I’d rather have an afternoon at the spa than a partridge in a pear tree.
Lending Money to Family Members: Worth the Risk?
You might feel like helping out this time of year, but maybe lending money to family members isn’t the way to do it. PT Money considers your options.
Other Financial Posts
Here are a few more posts that can help you with your end of the year finances:
- Two Completely Different Ways to Boost Productivity at My Money Blog.
- Retiring (at 65) Isn’t Supposed to Be Easy at Oblivious Investor.
- How to Avoid a Personal Debt Crisis at Moolanomy.
- What to Do Now to Lower Your Tax Bill This Year at Good Financial Cents.
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Thanks for the mention Miranda!