Just 23 sleeps until the big day – make sure you’re not wasting cash in the run-up to Xmas. Financial strategist Laura Linden, of Feisty FD (feistyfd. com), shares some savvy reminders...

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From enjoying twinkling lights to foraging, Christmas can offer affordable pleasures

Q Dear Sue, the holiday season is always so scarily expensive. What’s your best budgeting advice for making these next few weeks manageable? Sue says... A Budgeting and planning are crucial to avoid o

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Q I’d like to help others this Christmas but my budget is limited. Do you have any tips? A There are lots of ways to help others that don’t involve money. Are there any local charities near you lookin