Ghosts and Goblins...and Moneysaving Tips for Halloween! | Cleveland Bradley County Teachers Federal Credit Union

Can you believe we are already talking about trick-or-treating? The holiday season always rolls around before we are ready. But this year, the holidays don’t have to take a bite out of your budget!

Our team at Cleveland Bradley County Teachers Federal Credit Union wants to help you celebrate Halloween this month while also keeping your budget intact.

Halloween on a Budget

Are you looking for ways to get into the Halloween spirit? There are plenty of ways to celebrate the occasion without breaking the bank:

Buy Candy in Bulk

You are going to want to make sure you have enough candy for all the trick-or-treaters on Halloween night. But you have to be careful when purchasing Halloween candy—in some cases, these specially packaged treats are priced higher than normal candy.

Rather than breaking the bank when it comes to purchasing Halloween candy, try to buy as much of your candy as you can in bulk. Consider how much candy you handed out last year. Was it about the right amount, or did you run out way before the evening was over?

Aim to get enough candy to cover your bases—and remember that it doesn’t have to be the special “Halloween” candy. Any candy will do!

Shop Online

Are you looking to turn your home into a haunted house this Halloween? Instead of going to local stores to purchase decorations, why not look at online party stores for the best deals on decorations?

In addition, some big-box stores will only offer coupons online. In that case, shopping online can not only save you money when buying decorations, but you’ll also get an additional discount when using the available coupons.

If you do go local, though, be sure to check out the dollar store when purchasing arts and crafts for the kiddos to make during the month of October.

Make Your Own Halloween Costumes

Especially during this time of year, Halloween costumes can break the bank if you are not careful. Therefore, consider making your own costume in order to save money.

If you do want to purchase a costume from a store, try to buy Halloween costumes after the season is over for the following year. Or check out consignment shops that could have Halloween costumes at a deal!

Are you looking for a place to keep all your money that you are saving up for the holiday season? Visit the Cleveland Bradley County Teachers Federal Credit Union website today to learn about our savings account options.