Uh yeah, shopping events like Black Friday, Cyber Monday. Great way to save on holiday gifts. But it's also really tempting to see all those deals and just go nuts. You just stop buying things you don't really need. In fact, bank rate just put out *** new survey, finding more than half of us made at least one impulse purchase during the holidays last year I made like 10. So what can you do to avoid going overboard on spending? Start thinking about your budget if you haven't already and be sure to factor in everything. It's not just the gifts, think about travel decorations, plus the little things how much it's gonna cost to wrap that thing and then ship it. Ok, always make sure you're in comparison shopping to ensure you're getting the best deal and be sure to leverage any credit card rewards like points or cash back deals you may have. I'm gonna share these tips and more in my Rawson reports newsletter. You can sign up by scanning the QR code on your screen right now. It is free. It comes straight to your inbox. So grab the phone. I'm gonna keep it there for another second for you see the QR code scan it. Now. You're good back to you.
Rossen Reports: Maximize savings with credit card rewards
Jeff Rossen shares tips on how to manage your budget during holiday shopping events like Black Friday and Cyber Monday.
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Updated: 3:15 PM CST Nov 7, 2024
Holiday shopping events like Black Friday and Cyber Monday offer great savings on gifts, but they can also tempt you to overspend.A Bankrate survey reveals that over half of consumers made impulse purchases during last year's holiday season.To avoid this, start planning your budget now, considering not just gifts but also travel, food, decorations, and even wrapping and shipping costs.Comparison shopping is crucial to ensure you're getting the best deals.Additionally, utilize credit card rewards, such as points or cash back, to maximize your savings.Have a question for Jeff Rossen? He’s answering your consumer questions every Friday in the new segment "Rossen Responds." Email your questions to him at RossenResponds@hearst.com. Want bonus content and exclusive deals? Make sure to sign up for our free newsletter at RossenReports.com.
Holiday shopping events like Black Friday and Cyber Monday offer great savings on gifts, but they can also tempt you to overspend.
A survey reveals that over half of consumers made impulse purchases during last year's holiday season.
To avoid this, start planning your budget now, considering not just gifts but also travel, food, decorations, and even wrapping and shipping costs.
Comparison shopping is crucial to ensure you're getting the best deals.
Additionally, utilize credit card rewards, such as points or cash back, to maximize your savings.
Have a question for Jeff Rossen? He’s answering your consumer questions every Friday in the new segment "Rossen Responds." Email your questions to him at RossenResponds@hearst.com.
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