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Funding your Future: How to save money while hosting Thanksgiving dinner

Posted at 6:56 PM, Nov 15, 2017
and last updated 2017-11-15 20:57:09-05

Financial expert Rachel Langlois from Cyprus Credit Union shared some ideas for saving money when hosting Thanksgiving dinner.

  • Keep it Simple
    • We overeat = Overspend

Average calories consumed is 4,500

  • Decorations & Kitchenware
  • Make Shopping List
    • Avoid compulsive buys ($50 for 10)
    • Take Advantage of Price Matching & Holiday Deals
    • Save on Drinks: decanters & carafes, 2 Liter vs Cans
  • Make Assignments
    • If someone is the only person who eats, ask them to bring
    • Be specific to fill out menu

Cyprus Credit Union is doing a Thanksgiving dinner giveaway on their Facebook page right now! Gohere to enter!