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Do You Plan to Spend More Money for Gifts?

How will the economy affect your holiday spending this year?

Two-thirds of respondents to a recent poll by the NPD Group said they “plan to spend about the same” as last year, while 10 percent planned to “spend more.”

With the economy and job situation still in flux for many families, what do you plan to do for Christmas, Hanukah or Kwanzaa gifts in 2012.

Will you be more creative with your gifting? Shop the sales? Cook or bake for familty and friends? Let us know in the comments.

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