10 Tips to Make the Most of Holiday Shopping This Year

Take the stress out of holiday shopping with these fun money-saving ideas. ‘Tis the season to start thinking about holiday shopping (cue the carols!) But, like most things in 2020, the way you’ll go about checking everyone off your gift list is bound to be a bit different this year. Major retailers including Target and Walmart have already announced they’ll be closed on Thanksgiving Day—doing away with the traditional jumpstart to Black Friday shopping—and the coronavirus has led to delays and backlogs for some brands. Still, there’s plenty to be merry about. You can expect to save money thanks to more online discounts, Cyber Monday deals, and special holiday pricing in the months leading up to Christmas. Retailers have also come up with clever ways to streamline the shopping experience like expanded curbside pickup and same-day delivery. And it’s never been a better time to support your local community by spending your holiday gift budget at independently owned shops or buying gift cards to your favorite neighborhood restaurants. Plus, there are plenty of ways to spread holiday cheer without it costing a lot, from DIY gifts to keepsake-worthy ornaments to homemade treats that are sure to be crowd-pleasers. From money-saving tricks to out-of-the-box gift ideas, read on for more ways to help make this year’s holiday shopping stress-free, safe, and fun.