Deck the Halls: Budget-Friendly Holiday Decorating Ideas
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Looking to decorate your home for the holidays without breaking the bank? Join our #CreditChat and discover creative ways to make your space festive on a budget. Learn tips on utilizing affordable materials to add a touch of holiday cheer to your home or apartment!
Topic: Budget-Friendly Holiday Decorating Ideas
When: Wednesday, November 8, 2023 at 3 p.m. ET.
Where: Join the live hashtag discussion
The panel will include: Jeanne Kelly: Credit expert, identity theft expert, speaker and founder of JeanneKelly.net; Jaimi Erickson: The Stay-at-Home Mom Survival Guide; Beverly Harzog:Credit Card Expert and Consumer Finance Analyst for U.S. News and World Report; Rod Griffin: Senior Director, Consumer Education and Advocacy, Experian, Jennifer White: Consumer Education and Advocacy Team, and Christina Roman: Consumer Education and Advocacy Manager at Experian.
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Questions we will discuss:
- When do you typically start decorating for the holidays?
- Where can you find budget-friendly holiday décor items?
- How do you budget for increased utility costs during the holidays?
- What are some inexpensive ways to add holiday cheer to your outdoor space?
- What are some renter-friendly options for holiday décor?
- Can you share some tips for repurposing every items at home into holiday décor?
- Can you suggest some affordable and safe ways to hang lights around your home?
- How can you ensure your holiday decorations are childproof and pet-friendly?
- Can you recommend any low-cost or free activities that families can engage in together during the holiday season, which can serve as a substitute for elaborate decorations?
- Any final tips for budget-friendly holiday decorating ideas?
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