have sales in the weeks leading up to christmas, it can be tough to find a deal for everyone on your list in such a short time frame. instead, start looking as early as the day after christmas (see tip #2) for items your friends and family will love. spreading out your spending this way also prevents your bank account from taking one huge hit in december.
buy the year before: okay, this one won’t help you this christmas, but can save you big for next year. once christmas is over, stores are eager to clear their stock of christmas supplies. many stores mark down their christmas items by 50% the 