3 Ways To De-Stress Your Holidays
Feeling like the holidays have snuck up on you this year? In a year where time has little meaning, many Americans are ready to decorate the tree and enjoy some traditional Christmas cheer. If you, like most of us, are worried about finances, there are some steps you can take to make this holiday less stressful and more enjoyable.
Shop Like A Pro
Black Friday and Cyber Monday aren’t the only times you can get a great deal on gifts. Plenty of stores are having door buster sales and there are some great apps that can help you find the right gifts at the best price.
Brad’s Deals is an online spot (app also available) where you can find just about anything on sale. They search the internet for deals and also offer free shipping promo codes and special offers. Free account required.
Zulily is an online store (app also available) that offers a variety of brands, each for a limited time. Especially when shopping for clothing, housewares, and toys, Zulily is a great place to find discounted deals on quality goods. A flat $7.99 shipping fee means you can fill your cart and not balk when you check out. Free account required.
RetailMeNot aggregates coupons and discount codes for online and in person shopping. Bookmark the site and check for discounts before you buy anything online. Free account required.
Focus on Family
After a year of pandemic and upheaval, the holidays should be a time for family. While we shouldn’t travel right now because of COVID-19, you can connect with your family near and far with communication apps.
Google Hangouts is a great, free video calling option if you have a gmail account. You can use it online or download the app. Several people can join your call, and you can record it to capture the memory if you like.
FaceTime is an Apple app that comes standard with your iPhone, Mac, or iPad. You can make video or audio calls to other FaceTime users. The picture and sound quality are great, and this may be the simplest video calling app for the less tech-savvy family members.
Zoom has quickly become a verb during the pandemic, probably because this online conference call tool is so simple to use. One person creates a meeting ad send the invitation to other participants. The free version of the software allows you 40 minutes per call – just enough to catch up with the family. You can also share your screen and record your meeting.
Plan for 2021
One of the best ways to avoid stress over the holidays is to plan for the coming year. In previous blog posts, we have discussed Facing the Financial Crisis , Selling Your Home, and Saying Goodbye to Debt. If you are ending the year worrying about your finances, take a few moments to explore these blogs and consider using the equity in your home to reimagine 2021. Zvestors can help by buying your home for cash and closing in a matter of days or weeks, not months.
You can get a free offer on your home today from Zvestors with no obligation. Zvestors buys homes in Washington DC, Maryland, and Virginia. Learn more and request an offer on your property at www.zvestors.net. To sell your home right away, contact a ZVestors agent at 703-259-0570.
Why Choose Zvestors?
The Zvestors team is committed to making your home sale as simple as possible, and we offer special services at no cost to our clients.
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Get a fair cash offer fast
Get a fair cash offer fast. Our straight pricing procedures are easy to understand, and there’s no commitment required for our free home selling consultation.
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You’ll pay no fees
You’ll pay no fees associated with the sale, including no inspection costs, no survey expenses, and no hassle.
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Receive cash in hand
Close in a matter of days and receive cash in hand with no paper work.
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Packing and moving costs
We pick up the tab for packing and moving costs. Don’t lift a finger!
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Donate any unwanted items
We can even donate any unwanted items for you to make this the easiest move possible.