Holiday Gifts That Keep Giving (and Saving)

When it comes to gifts for the holiday season, choose those that will save the recipient money.

We don't usually think about the long-term costs of gifts we give. With many people now trying to save money, make your holiday gifts more meaningful by doing so.

Many popular gifts drain money. If you buy someone an iPod, he or she will need to purchase music or videos. A video game console requires video games, of course. You do someone a double favor if you can find a gift that not only is something he or she likes but also a money-saver. ...