10 Hidden Holiday Costs to Watch Out For
Do you feel like there's a hole in the bottom of your wallet? Here's where your money's going—and how you can hold on to it.
By Corrie Pikul
Frame-Worthy Holiday Cards
E-greetings are easy, inexpensive and just right for procrastinators who can't make it to the post office. But they lack a certain something that paper greeting cards provide (besides, there will be people who are eagerly awaiting for your card to complete their holiday decorations).
The solution: If you are adept with scissors and a stencil, you may choose to make your own cards, but the rest of us might consider sending postcards this year. Stamps for 100 postcards will cost $34, compared with the $49 you'd need to mail the same number of standard-size cards in envelopes. You won't feel like you're skimping if you choose something like these personalized photo cards from Minted or this relatably funny card from HenPen Designs.
The solution: If you are adept with scissors and a stencil, you may choose to make your own cards, but the rest of us might consider sending postcards this year. Stamps for 100 postcards will cost $34, compared with the $49 you'd need to mail the same number of standard-size cards in envelopes. You won't feel like you're skimping if you choose something like these personalized photo cards from Minted or this relatably funny card from HenPen Designs.
Published 10/03/2013
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