Many of us have mixed feelings about the upcoming holiday season. Do you love celebrating with friends and family but feel your wallet is stretched thinner than ever before? Do you find the constant pressure to buy, buy, buy makes you feel anything but jolly? Article content

Never fear, you’re not alone. Many things have led to the pressure we all feel this year. Rising prices, reduced incomes and political pressure such as U.S. tariffs all put a strain on our budgets, especially at a time of year when we want to be generous. Article content

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