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Incorporate Barter Purchases This Holiday

It's time to organize your barter-spending list! As this holiday season is expected to be especially hectic, take action now to cement your barter spending. The following suggestions are intended to help make your holidays more enjoyable — and a little less stressful.

• Check with your trade broker before you make a single cash purchase this holiday season. Remember, inventories at your trade exchange are continually changing and growing.
  

• Looking to put together a company party this year? Call your trade exchange broker ASAP.
  

• Your next call may be to one of the printers within the exchange to get your holiday invitations printed.
  

• Maybe you'll want special banners for the office party.

• Also ask about available entertainment — musicians or a disc jockey make each event a little livelier and more fun.
  

• Other considerations include catering needs, balloons, flowers, a photographer, and a limo for invited VIPs.
  

• When looking to provide personal gifts, you'll want to ask about jewelry, a weekend getaway, a bed & breakfast, or possibly a health club membership.
  

• Don't forget gift certificates that cover the gamut from restaurants and selected merchandise to special events.
  

• Make sure to visit the trade exchange's Holiday Faire or Expo to view the wide variety of available merchandise.
  

• Finally, consider your own special needs around this hectic time of the year. Set some time aside to get a tan, or visit a beauty salon for a hairstyle and manicure — yes, men too! And remember to enjoy this festive time of the year.

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