Manage episode 522118425 series 3623291
We dig into holiday spending habits with Amanda Christensen and show how couples can protect peace and pocketbooks. From impulse triggers to simple tools and a revolving savings plan, we share practical steps to keep joy high and stress low.
• impulse buying traps and how to slow down
• agreeing a shared goal for the season
• setting a total budget and four key categories
• choosing cash for high-risk spending areas
• using price trackers to time purchases
• organizing gifts with lists and simple apps
• planning for hidden costs and last year’s data
• revolving savings that fund December in advance
• a mantra to reduce comparison and pressure
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Chapters
1. Choose Intention Over Impulse For A Happier Holiday Budget | Amanda Christensen | #157 (00:00:00)
2. Holiday Overspending Problem (00:00:03)
3. Guest Introduction: Amanda Christensen (00:00:13)
4. Impulse Buying Triggers And Fixes (00:02:42)
5. Budget Styles And Couples Alignment (00:05:42)
6. Cutting Costs Without Losing Cheer (00:08:29)
7. Price Tracking Tools That Save (00:11:38)
8. A Simple Four-Step Holiday Budget (00:13:16)
9. Apps And Systems For Tracking Gifts (00:16:57)
10. Planning For Surprise Expenses (00:21:47)
11. Revolving Savings For Holidays (00:24:01)
12. Resources, Money Personalities, And Takeaways (00:26:02)
13. Closing And Calls To Action (00:30:07)
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