Saving for the holidays
Focus more time on celebrating with loved ones and less time worrying about your finances this holiday season with spending and saving hacks from Regions Next Step.
Holiday prep
Last-minute holiday checklist
No matter how early you start planning, you may still have last-minute items to take care of. Here are some ways to stretch your holiday budget and check the final items off your list.
Protect your purchases with holiday shopping safety tips
It's important to be aware to prevent thieves and hackers from stealing the joy of the season. According to the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center, shopping-related fraud is the second-most reported scam with more than 380,000 reports and over $400 million lost each year. Use these tips to help you shop safely:
Shop smarter
Holiday shopping tips
Choosing the right gifts while staying within budget doesn’t have to be hard. With these tips you can be generous without overspending.
Finding great deals and sales
Everybody is always looking for the best deal. Mark your calendars and keep on the lookout for these seasonal moments to take advantage of discounts and save more.
Saving money on holiday gifting
Check out this post from Michelle Schroeder-Gardner of Making Sense of Cents for advice on getting the best deals and other ways to save on gifts this holiday season.
Holiday budget tips to keep your wallet and sanity intact with Danielle YB Vason
It is imperative to stick to a budget during the holiday season to ensure your spending doesn’t get out of hand. Check out these best practices from Danielle YB Vason of She Make Cents to keep your spending on track this holiday season.
Ring in the new year with financial resolutions
The start of a new year is a great time to commit to financial goals and refresh your money habits. Use the resources below to set and stick to resolutions that will help improve your financial wellness.
- Three financial goals to set this year and how to reach them
- Financial checkup: Things to do at the beginning of the year
- Your financial planning calendar
- Avoid common money missteps by making small changes now
- Financial checkup: Steps to consider at the beginning of the year
- Financial wellness assessment
- 52-week savings challenge
Podcasts for financial know-how
Give yourself the gift of financial wellness this holiday season. Improve your money-saving strategies and budget plans with the Next Step Podcasts.
Spotlight on savings
Holiday spending can quickly add up. Listen for practical ways save up and spend wisely on your holiday purchases.
Better budgeting
Being on a budget doesn’t have to mean skipping out on the holiday fun. Learn how to make a budget that helps make the most out of every dollar.
Credit basics
With the right credit strategies and habits, you’ll feel financially prepared for this holiday season.
More financial resources with Regions Next Step
Looking for tips and tools for reaching your financial goals? Next Step’s online collection is full of articles, podcasts, worksheets, calculators and other useful resources to help you break your plans down into manageable and achievable steps.
