CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WAND) — With presents and travel, the holidays can cause a financial strain on families. Falcon Wealth Planning has some tips for those looking to save their last dollar.
Gabriel Shahin, the founder of Falcon Wealth Planning, said carefully choosing gifts can help lower shopping bills.
"A kid gets 20 gifts on Christmas, what is a kid going to do with 20 gifts? Choose one or two, hold on to the others, sometimes we return a gift. They don't need that many, they get bored of it. When they're overwhelmed or get overstimulated, the value is not there," said Shahin.
When shopping online, there are ways to ensure you're getting the best deal possible.
"Clear your cookies! Because they'll know if you're a returning user. Clear your cookies which is really good if people use Google Chrome is go on incognito mode. You know how they always say one per person? They're tracking your cookies! Swap it out and do it over and over and you can still get that new client special every single time," stated Shahin.
Shahin also said planning ahead can also be a a huge help during this time.
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