(StatePoint) Holiday season expenses are a given, but with a bit of planning and effort, you can easily include them in your budget. However, amid inflation, you may have concerns about balancing a merry holiday season with good money management.

CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER ® professionals are sharing their top tips for keeping finances intact throughout the season.

Prioritize expenses: Examine your winter budget and see how much extra you have left for holiday-specific spending (e.g., gifts, decorations, hosting and travel). A financial advisor can help you adjust for these additional expenses, as well as fit a holiday budget into your long-term plans.

Remember, it’s important to keep your expectations flexible so that if you overspend in one area, you can reduce spending elsewh

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