Ok, I must admit I like the holidays. Perhaps it’s my name or that I love to shop and buy for others (and myself). Whatever the reason, the season is sneaking up on us! According to The Center for Media Research, 50% of consumers plan to spend the same amount during the 2012 winter holiday shopping season as they did last year. 12% plan to spend more and 54% say a total of $500 or more. Those remaining shoppers say that with the increase in prices for food, gas and other life necessities, they are on a bit of a budget. I must admit that I begin shopping after the holidays are over from the previous year. I keep a running list of what I have purchased, that way I don’t double up on gifts. This is also a great way to better budget the overall expen$e of Christmas. I also think that consumers are savvy shoppers who compare on-line and big box prices. Free shipping is almost expected when ordering on-line. Recently, I was surprised that shipping for a shirt I ordered from a catalog was $12.95! Are you kidding me?!?!? That ate up my coupon savings and more!
Why don’t we all make a
pledge to “shop locally” this season. I know that we can’t always get
everything on our list, but why don’t you try to first. Local dollars
spent help our local economy and right now there are lots of positive
things happening in our community. I hope you find everything on your
Christmas list this year for those you love. Happy shopping!
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