Frightening Finances: How to Scare Away Halloween Money Woes

Halloween—when ghosts and ghouls take to the streets and candy sales rival the GDP of small countries. While most people are thinking of creative costumes and pumpkin-spiced everything, there’s another horror lurking in the shadows: Halloween spending. If you’re not careful, October 31 can haunt your finances well beyond the witching hour! But don’t worry, with a little planning (and maybe some garlic), you can escape Halloween without a terrifying financial hangover. Let’s explore some devilishly clever ways to keep your budget safe from spooky spending.

1. Get Thrifty with Your Costume

Don’t let the price tag on store-bought costumes turn your budget into a ghost! Skip the $80 off-the-shelf vampire getup and unleash your inner DIY guru. Thrift stores, old clothes, and a little creativity can go a long way. Need inspiration? A cardboard box + black paint = instant haunted house. And if your DIY attempt flops? Just tell people you’re going as “budget-friendly chic.”

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