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It’s tempting to throw all the money you can at making Christmas feel special. But don’t imagine you’re short-changing yourself if you try to make some savings. Seek out seasonal magic at local market

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Christmas can be a really expensive time of year, but there are steps you can take to keep your costs down. Here’s how to do it… 1 CALCULATE BUDGET First, go through your finances and work out how muc