January Financial Detox: Recovering from Holiday Spending

The holidays are here and gone, and with them, it must be said, a considerable amount of money. Not all of it is money that folks intended to spend. Fifty-four percent of Americans made some sort of impulse purchase over the 2023 holidays, according to Bankrate.¹

Many of us do these things to bring a bit of holiday cheer to our loved ones, but it can lead to some stress once it comes time to pay off the debt. Here are some things to think about as we financially recover from the holidays and consider seasons yet to come:

• We can help you develop a holiday spending strategy that covers the essentials while also allowing for some flexibility for unexpected extras.
• Once you have that strategy, stick to it!
• Discuss with your loved ones the idea of sharing responsibilities for your holiday get-togethers. You don’t need to take it all on yourself!
• Look into managing your overall well-being. The holidays can be a stressful time for many.

You can both recover from the holiday season and start practices, and you can keep going when the next one rolls around! That would certainly make this a Happy New Year!

^{1. bankrate.com, October 30, 2024}