The Holiday season and Snowman

Are you getting the right gifts for the right people?  What should you do if you are strapped for cash?  Michele Fox at CNBC has put together some great advice with the help of topic experts and published an article addressing just this issue. 

Following some simple gift-giving rules can help you easily navigate the holiday season. They can also help set the tone for your relationships for the upcoming year, said etiquette expert Elaine Swann.

“It’s important to follow some of these guidelines to help you lay a strong foundation that will aid you in strengthening and enhancing your relationship moving forward,” she said.

Your shopping list may include family, close friends and co-workers.  said Myka Meier, founder and director of Beaumont Etiquette.

“Holiday gifts are given to those we want to show our appreciation to.” “The item chosen for each gift should be something you think the other person would appreciate, and the value of it should be determined by your own personal budget and what you can afford. ”

So, before you get stressed out, here are 10 easy gift-giving rules to follow this holiday season.  Each of the above topics is discussed in great detail in her article and the insight is amazing, to say the least.  There are also associated videos discussing items people regret buying, cutting back on spending and holiday shopping on a budget.  

1. Make your list
2. Get something they want
3. Cash is king
4. Team gifts for the boss
5. Think about your co-workers
6. Don’t price match gifts
7. Be gracious if you didn’t reciprocate
8. Don’t over extend your self financially
9. Avoid giving money to teachers
10. Say thank you

Holiday gift giving regarding precious metals can vary for many reasons. Keeping with the suggestions noted above, consider what the person enjoys or what they currently collect.  One idea is a gift that appreciates in value and can be added to each year.  That is the American Silver Eagle coins or sets by US Mint. Captains Coins Cards and Silver, an eBay store, has many interesting ideas and carries a full line the the Silver Eagle Coin.  These can be given for any special occasion that warrants a thoughtful gift.  During this time of year many are specially discounted and delivered quickly.  Take some time to check them out and have a safe and happy holiday season.

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