Christmas Saving Advice

Homes in Somerset’s Christmas Money-Saving Tips

Budget and planning

• Plan around what you can afford.
• Set a Spending Limit: Budget all your holiday expenses and stick to your limit.
• Track Your Spending: Try and record every purchase to stay within your budget.

Gifts and Presents

• Make a Gift List: Plan and allocate specific amounts for gifts.
• DIY Gifts: Create homemade gifts to save money.
• Secret Santa: Organize a gift exchange to reduce the number of gifts needed.

Shopping Strategies

• Shop Early: Avoid last-minute shopping to get the best deals.
• Compare Prices: Use comparison websites to find the best prices
• Use Cashback sites, vouchers and coupons: Look for discounts to cut costs.
• Try eBay or Vinted and see if you can purchase pre-loved items

Food and Decorations

• Plan Your Meals: Only buy what you need to avoid waste.
• Buy in Bulk: Save money by purchasing non-perishables in bulk.
• Reuse Decorations: Save by repurposing and reusing.
• Avoid supermarket premium ranges, as basic or own brand products are often comparable in quality at a fraction of the cost.

Travel

• Book Early: Secure the best prices by booking in advance.
• Flexible Dates: Find cheaper travel options by being flexible with dates.

Enjoying the Festivities

• Free Activities: Enjoy free community events and activities.
• Stay at Home: Host gatherings at home to save on venue costs.

Final Tips

• Save monthly for Christmas expenses.
• Debt worries often feel worse over the festive period. Seek support sooner rather than later.
• Cancel unnecessary subscriptions to save money.