How to save cash this Christmas

For many, cash will be tighter this Xmas than for a number of years. Get practical cost cutting tips on the best spending and savings methods.

And to start with, see how to spend less this year

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Surviving a credit crunch Christmas

Getting through the festive period without also getting yourself into debt is quite a challenge. See how to go about it

• - Better credit rating = Better deals
• - Decoration on the cheap

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Is a happy Christmas on the cards?

See how to play your Xmas cards right and not build up a mountain of festive debt which drags on through next year

• - Compare credit card deals
• - Should you consolidate loans?

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Don't lose your ID in the Christmas post

Missing Christmas cards, presents or other items in the post at Christmas can be a sign of more than just an errant postman. See why it could threaten your finances

• - Keep an eye out for ID fraud
• - Win a turbine before Christmas

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Earning extra for Christmas

From being a part-time postie to hosting parties, there are plenty of ways to earn extra to help cover festive costs

• - Get your vino cheaper
• - Weekly Christmas prizes

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Great shopping discounts

Keeping a lid on the cost of presents can save you hundreds of pounds. See the discounts you can get through Tiscali with some of the high street's best-known names

• - Gifts under £10
• - Handy festive calculators

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