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Savings tips for the holiday season from advisors at Parsec Financial

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The holiday season can be one of the best times of the year, but let’s be real: it gets expensive. If you’re anything like me (Branded Content Editor Stephanie here 👋), you spend a ton of time + money finding the perfect gifts for your loved ones. Fortunately, a little smart saving can go a long way in ensuring you manage your budget in the coming weeks + the future.

We asked advisors at Parsec Financial for their top savings tips for the holidays — here’s what they had to say:

1. Make it automatic

The more hands-off your savings, the better. If your job offers direct deposit, take advantage of that and set a recurring transfer into a separate savings account. Pro tip: Some banks even let you name your account for extra motivation.

The goal: Get that money out of your account and into savings before you’re tempted to spend it.

2. Keep track of your progress

Put a reminder in your phone for every direct deposit you make, and check how far you’ve come. How much have you saved towards your goal, and how far along are you on your savings journey?

These 2 simple tips might sound like no-brainers, but Parsec stresses that a little bit can go a long way. Check out more saving + investing tips, and happy savings.

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