The holidays are obviously a time to gather with loved ones and celebrate cherished traditions, whether it’s turkey (or a turkey trot!) for Thanksgiving or Chinese food or killer lullabies at Christmas. Unfortunately for many of us, the season has become a time of high financial stress. A survey found that 2 in 3 Americans have anxiety Managing their finances during the holidays Money pressures are legion this year — travel expenses, hosting duties, gift buying — not to mention the emotional and logistical labor of making sure everyone is able to create beautiful holiday memories.
It doesn’t have to be this way. Better even has guides to get you through the season with both your credit score and sanity intact. We hope these stories help you navigate the season with a little less stress so you can focus on what’s really important: enjoying time with friends and family (and, of course, lots of pie eating).
- Why we obsess over giving the “perfect gift” — and how to stop
- Are you a bad gift-giver? Here’s how to tell, according to a pro
- How to Host Holiday Gatherings Without Losing Your Mind
