Black Friday kicks off a season of holiday mega-sales that doesn’t let up until after New Year’s. But while the uptick in shopping may help retailers move into the black, it puts a burden of debt on many consumers: holiday shopping will drive up the average American’s bill by $688.87 this year, according to research from the National Retail Federation. Here are 5 ways to help keep your spending in check.
5 Ways to Spend Wisely During Holiday Shopping
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Black Friday kicks off a season of holiday mega-sales that doesn't let up until after New Year's. But while the uptick in shopping may help retailers move into the black, it puts a burden of debt on many consumers: holiday shopping will drive up the average American's bill by $688.87 this year, according to research from the National Retail Federation. There are a few steps you can take to keep yourself from spending impulsively or unwisely, however, and most of them are easy: from eating turkey to learning how to indulge yourself a little, here are 5 ways to help you keep from overspending. Next: Eat Thanksgiving Leftovers More on Time.com: Holiday Shopping Guide 2010 Ultimate Guide to Black Friday Tech Deals
