November 2010

enjoy the festivities without the financial hangover

It's not quite Christmas or the New Year yet, but it's heading that way fast - the one time of the year when we collectively spend up large.

We deserve to unwind after a long year, but the finances in the New Year can be a bit messy as a result. This month we've got tips to manage your Christmas giving, plus charitable gift ideas. Also, a holiday spending quiz and a great ms money special for you or a friend. 

Enjoy and as always, if you have any questions, get in touch. The team from ms money.

ms money's holiday spending quiz

Does the holiday period - even when you're not jetting off somewhere - take a toll on your bank balance?

Having time off, especially at the same time as friends when everyone has more time to catch up, can be tough on the purse. So, with that in mind, we've designed a short, fun quiz to get you thinking about how you spend your pennies in the sun and be better prepared for the festive season to come. Click here for ms money's holiday spending quiz.

savvy santa shopping

How easy is it to overspend on Christmas presents? Too easy. Especially when we leave it a bit late.

Buying gifts for Christmas can be packed with potential pitfalls: a long list of people to buy for; gift expectations and the classic last-minute-buying that often comes with a bigger price tag. We're not saying be stingy at Christmas, but there are a few things you can do to help manage your festive shopping bill. Click here.

charitable giving at christmas

Some people are almost impossible to buy for. If you're looking for a gift that's a little different from books, music, or nick nacks, take a look at our list of charitable gift giving options. They're affordable, a bit different and often a gift that some one will appreciate all the more. Click here.

chrissy confessions corner

Last minute buying and 'whoops I forgot', to spending a full month's salary on gifts at Christmas.

You name it, many of us have done it. Click here for our Chrissy Christmas Confessions.