“I spent too much money last Christmas on gifts and parties. I had expected a good bonus cheque which never materialized. Now I’m stuck with over J$60,000 in credit card debt, and I don’t have a clue how I’m going to pay it. Help!”
Christmas is a time when even the most disciplined shoppers throw caution to the wind and reward themselves for a year of frugal living. Those who live to shop go into overdrive and buy all the must-have and must-give items without a thought for January.
You learnt the hard way not to count your chickens before they hatch. In order to be a good money manager you must earn a dollar before you plan to spend that dollar, as spending money that you don’t have will only land you in debt.
Before we try to find ways to get you out this debt, let’s look at the true cost of your Christmas spending spree. You admit that you spent too much money. When you look back at the things you acquired, was it worth it?
Do you even know if your gift-giving was truly appreciated?