Many renters are unable to afford a complete no-holds barred Thanksgiving feast due to their tight budgets. However, renters can still enjoy a full and delicious holiday without the added expense and stress by following these simples tips to help them save this Thanksgiving and keep them from breaking their budgets.
- Buy the off brand. We all like to buy name brands for the trust we associate with them. However, when compared to the cheaper off brands, nine times out of ten there is no difference between them other than the price you pay. Take the cheaper route and stay in your budget this month.
- Make it yourself. While the convenience of buying preassembled food can sometimes be worth the extra expense, but when your on a tight budget, taking an extra half hour or so to do it yourself could save you almost half of your Thanksgiving budget. This change allows you to cut your budget without actually slimming down what you serve.
- Host a Potluck. Get others involved this Thanksgiving and host a potluck instead of fixing the feast by yourself. While you will still be providing a venue for all your friends and family, you will reduce your personal expenses greatly. Plus, many enjoy participating in the Thanksgiving preparations and by allowing others to chip in, you can make sure that everyone is able to enjoy their favorite dishes on Thanksgiving.
Thanksgiving marks the beginning of the holidays - a festive, yet stressful season for many renters. You may even be able to take care of an extra student loan payment or two with the savings or get ahead on your gift list. What methods do you use to help your budget survive this expensive season?
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