Important Tips For Wyomingites To Save Money Around Halloween
I've never been one to be able to stick to a budget when I get excited about something. I always spend too much money if I find a project I can't stop thinking about or a hobby that has my attention.
With Halloween approaching, you may be in the same boat.
You want to decorate your house, have the coolest costumes for the kids, or be the cool neighbor and hand out full-sized candy bars this year. Yet, saving money is still on your mind. Remember to make a budget and stick to it, you can do all of those things and still buy groceries the following week if you spend all of your money unwisely.
The experts from Bravo Deal have advice to keep you from going broke and still having fun.
Check out these tips to help stay within your Halloween Budget.
- Budget, Budget, Budget, and Budget. Set the highest price you can afford and stick to it.
- Research Early and Often - We all know that as Halloween approaches, the sales begin. Check prices early and keep an eye on them as the date approaches. Also, keep an eye on competitors' prices on the same items; they may have a competing sale with better prices.
- Return Policies - When you purchase an item, especially a big-ticket item, you want to ensure that you're happy with it. If you're not, you can return it and get your money back, but you can be in trouble if the return date has passed.
- Coupons & Discounts - If you've ever been stuck behind a couponer in the checkout line, you know it can be frustrating and time-consuming. What you don't know, is that person may be saving big money because they did their research and found extra savings.
- Pre-Paid Cards - If you're having problems staying within your budget, take the money you're allowed to spend and put it on a pre-paid or gift card. When the money is gone, you're done.
- Don't Get Fooled Again - Online product reviews, ratings, or complaints should be taken with a grain of salt. Sometimes people get bitter and unload on a product or company. If you do your research and pay attention, you'll be less likely to buy a product that isn't worth your money.
Don't forget that AFTER Halloween is a great time to cruise around and check out your favorite stores to find Halloween gear for next year, and usually at a greatly discounted price.