According to a recent U.S. News & World survey, Americans spend on average between $500 to $1,000 during the holiday season, with nearly 42% expecting to go into debt to pay for their spending in November and December. With the…
We all know the benefits of shopping small – it supports members of our own community, puts money directly into the local economy, and is the best way to discover unique, not-found-elsewhere gifts. Over the past two years, we have…
The year's closing months are an ideal time to be proactive about your finances and set yourself up well for the holiday season and the new year ahead. For many, financial concerns often rise with expectations to spend on gifts…
For the 39th year, PNC calculated the cost of Christmas. With the year-over-year increase in 2022 being the third highest on record, inflation for services far outstripped goods in this year’s PNC Christmas Price Index® (PNC CPI) — a light-hearted…
With the holiday season in full swing, the spirit of giving is upon us! Your kids may be begging for the newest iPhone, and your relatives may want the coolest Peleton bike on the market, but let's not forget what…
This is undoubtedly the most wonderful—and most challenging—time of the year, whether you’re celebrating Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, or simply enjoying the festivities of the holidays. In the aftermath of 2020, our reflections take on new meaning and importance.
