Christmas Savings & Loans

It’s never too early to start planning for Christmas! Many people face a hefty bill after the festivities, but with a bit of foresight, you can avoid the New Year headache from over-spending. Our Christmas Saver account is designed to help you save throughout the year, making the holiday season more enjoyable and financially manageable.

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About our Christmas Savings

Consistent Savings: By saving regularly, even a small amount each week, you can accumulate a significant sum by the time December rolls around. This approach helps you avoid the financial strain that often comes after the holidays.

Restricted Access: To ensure that your savings are there when you need them most, withdrawals from the Christmas Saver account are only allowed between October 1st and January 31st. This feature helps you resist the temptation to dip into your Christmas funds early.

Stress-Free Holidays: With funds set aside specifically for Christmas expenses, you can enjoy the season without worrying about the financial aftermath. You can cover the costs of gifts, decorations, meals, and festivities with ease.

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Many of our members find peace of mind by saving regularly with our Christmas Saver account. By starting to save now, you can build a financial cushion to ease the holiday expenses. Remember, you can only withdraw your Christmas savings between October 1st and January 31st, ensuring that the funds are available when you need them most.

Come December, you can sit back and enjoy the festive period knowing you haven’t had to run up huge credit card bills or taken out a personal loan.

Savings are protected by the Financial Services Compensation Scheme

 

If you anticipate that your budget might be stretched thin this year, consider a DCB Christmas Loan. This option can help spread the cost of Christmas, alleviating some of the financial stress associated with the season.

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  • Budget and Plan: Estimate your holiday expenses and start budgeting early. Make a list of anticipated costs, including gifts, food, decorations, and travel.
  • Save Regularly: Even small, regular deposits into your Christmas Saver account can accumulate to a substantial amount by December.
  • Shop Early: Take advantage of sales throughout the year to avoid last-minute, expensive purchases.
  • Prioritize: Focus on what’s most important to you and your family. It’s okay to scale back on less essential items or activities.
  • Stay Organized: Keep track of your spending and stick to your budget. Avoid the temptation to overspend by planning your purchases in advance.

The Christmas season can be hectic with family get-togethers, holiday meals, parties, and gifts. By being organized and financially prepared, you can reduce stress and enjoy the festivities more.

Join Derbyshire Community Bank in making this Christmas a joyous and stress-free celebration. Start saving now and take advantage of our services designed to help you manage holiday expenses effectively.

Here’s our top Christmas tips!

  • Budget– we know you don’t want to, but making a list of things you will need for Christmas and estimating how much they will cost is a great way to have a Happy Christmas. Our Christmas Budget sheet is your starting point.
  • Cut back now – now you’ve seen how much Christmas will cost in your budget, now is the time to cut back on your other spending now, so you can save towards Christmas. Our Christmas Club is a great way to put money aside
  • Shop around – last minute panic buying can be expensive, start your Christmas shopping early and shop around. Can you get the gifts you want cheaper elsewhere?
  • Ask – do you know what people want for the Christmas gifts? Just ask; they may already know what they want. Remember to tell them your budget for their gift.
  • Second hand is OK – Kids toys too expensive? There are loads of ways to get what you need cheaper or even for free:  FreecycleLootGumtreeeBay. However be wary of purchasing used electrical items due to unknown safety.
  • Friends and family – make an agreement to buy for kids only, not the parents. Much cheaper and less stressful
  • Travel – visiting family and friends over Christmas? Book train tickets or flights early as this is usually cheaper.
  • Santa letter – Have your kids written to Santa yet? The address is: Santa/Father Christmas, Santa’s Grotto, Reindeerland, XM4 5HQ. Your letter must arrive by Monday 9th December so Santa has time to write back (with some help from Royal Mail)
  • Sales – Keep an eye out for the pre-Christmas sales – there might be some bargains
  • Memories are worth more than things – book an event, theatre, show, theme park, etc. as a family gift everyone can enjoy and remember
  • Cash is so 1990’s – help your kids learn how to manage their money the digital way with a prepaid debitcard-some accounts for children also have a smartphone App and parental controls.
  • Christmas Day doesn’t have to be 25th December – if you’re struggling to meet with family or friends on Christmas Day, that’s OK, why not hold your ‘Christmas Day’ the week before?
  • Budget – Did we mention that already? Budgeting is for life, not just for Christmas! Now is the time to sort out your family finances, use the budget planner to help keep on top of your money.