Fall is in the air, which means Halloween will soon be here, which also means something else: your kids’ or grandkids’ sugar intake will soon be increasing exponentially! But while their main concern is their costumes and candy, you have to look at the financial side of this unique holiday.
According to the National Retail Federation, the average American spends about $77 on decorations, candy and costumes each year. Spending an extra $77 doesn’t seem like much, but it can make an impact on your monthly budget. Also, that number is an average, meaning there are people spending more and less than that.
Heartland Bank doesn’t want you to be scared by Halloween costs this year! Save some cash with these helpful tips: