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is to put aside no more than 1.5 percent of your annual gross
income for holiday spending at the end of the year.

Give the gift of time and talent
If you have a knack for art, music, or woodworking, for
example, make inexpensive gifts that will speak volumes
to your loved ones. Additionally, you can offer your time
Dear Friends & Neighbors
by making a home-cooked meal or helping with a home
The phrase "home for the holidays" carries different meanings for improvement project.
different people. For some, it may mean returning to their hometown;
for others, it would be opening up their own home to friends and
Stay realistic and flexible Good to
family. But in any case, home is front and center. This issue of Don’t miss the deals
Be Home honors that tradition of home as the focal point of the
holidays. People understand that it can be hard to splurge on others Stores count on holiday shopping to generate a large portion
when you need to make ends meet for your household. Your of yearly revenue, so many places will offer discounts and
This issue has many ideas as you start on one of the first tasks of the specials to incentivize consumers. However, there are typically
friends and family are probably in the same boat as you when
holiday season ... decorating, and, while it can be an exciting process, it
it comes to tough holiday season decisions, so stay realistic
can also be time-consuming. Tips for streamlining your decorating can great deals throughout the year as well. If you strategize, you
help you transform your home into a seasonal wonderland in no time. can pick the best time of year to shop for a discount on the
with your gift ideas and get creative. Spending money isn’t the
only path to a memorable gift.
While decor is important, the true focus of most holiday gatherings is items you want.
food. Inside you'll find recipes for a modern spread, with a
maple-infused turkey, spiced squash, and a decadent, pound cake. Plus, • Home decor and furniture: Presidents’ Day and Labor Day
Calculate a solid budget early on
get tips for properly storing your leftovers.
It’s never too early to start budgeting for the holidays.
• Tech and clothing: Amazon Prime Day and Black Friday
This time of year can be challenging for managing finances. Between Allison Van Wig, CRS, CPRES, CPSC, IMSD
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• Video games and toys: New Year’s Day and Cyber Monday
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season instead of overspending. REALTOR®
than they are comfortable with on gifts during the holidays.
• Sports and outdoor gear: Saint Patrick’s Day
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talking about the holidays, but it is actually one of the most important
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home's security so your season can remain merry and bright. www.SuperBroker.com

I want to wish you and your loved ones a healthy and happy holiday Allison Van Wig - Van Wig & Associates
season, please know that I am thankful for the faith you have placed in 4435 E VILLAGE RD
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me in the past and, as always, it's a pleasure to send you this magazine.
Allison Van Wig

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