What strategies do you use to stay within your budget while Christmas shopping?

Debbie Branscum

Obion County

"I do my Christmas gift shopping all year long to avoid last-minute decisions during the rush of the season."

Charles Garrett

Martin

"We draw names during our Thanksgiving Day dinner and set a dollar amount for each gift."

Marikay Barnes

Dyersburg

"We set a budget and pay only with cash and Christmas shopping and never use the credit cards."

Larry Jones

Dyersburg

"When I'm buying presents for people, I just try to avoid overspending and concentrate on sales especially after Thanksgiving."

Kim Henson

Dyersburg

"I always buy items that are on sale."