Whether it’s given in an envelope or by hand, passing out cold hard cash might not feel quite as much fun as delivering a beautifully wrapped gift. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The solution? Get festive with special holiday or gift checks.<\/a> It\u2019s an easy way to keep track of how much you have gifted while adding a truly personal touch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Deciding how much money to give to someone is a personal decision. Factors you may want to consider include:<\/span><\/p>\n If you barely know someone or they\u2019re a distant relative, you probably are not going to give them a $100 check. Instead, a smaller amount would be more appropriate.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Similarly, gifting money to a child who is young might look different than gifting it to an adult. In most cases, you should keep monetary gifts to children small.<\/span><\/p>\n Finally, one of the most important parts of gift-giving is staying within your budget. All too often, people overspend during the holidays, leaving themselves in a bind when January rolls around. Gift within your means by creating a holiday budget early in the season.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n You don\u2019t have to take away the fun of unwrapping a present simply because you are giving money. Instead, put a check or a pre-loaded visa card in a new <\/span>wallet<\/span><\/a>, making it a fun find when the recipient goes to fill up the wallet for the first time.<\/span><\/p>\n If you prefer to give cash, add some festivity by folding it into an origami shape. Find simple directions to follow online to fold it into a simple heart. Combining a monetary gift with a thoughtful delivery can make a big impact.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n An otherwise empty envelope with cash or a check can come across as a last-minute gift that was hastily thrown together. Handwritten notes are a classic way to take time to show someone you care. They can last a lifetime, too. Write something short and sweet signed with love or pour out your heart in a sentimental note and seal it up with the money.<\/span><\/p>\n For envelopes that are going in the mail, attach a personalized holiday <\/span>address label<\/span><\/a>. You will be able to cut down the time you spend writing a return address on all of your Christmas cards, save your hands from cramping up, and add a festive touch to each card you prepare.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.checkworks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/holiday-1024x469.jpeg\")
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