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Make it a Green Christmas: Spend Less, Achieve More Over the Holidays | The Michigan Chronicle

The adage, “less is more” applies perfectly to this holiday shopping season for those ready to risk it all and overspend during this time that shouldn’t be taxing on your finances. Granted, during the holiday season, it’s easy to overspend on family, friends and other loved ones who made our nice list this Christmastime - especially when you … Continued

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