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10 Detty December Mistakes That Will Empty Your Account Before Christmas Day
Discover common Detty December spending mistakes that make people go broke before Christmas — and how to avoid them.
- Discover common Detty December spending mistakes that make people go broke before Christmas — and how to avoid them.
December is full of excitement, outings, and endless temptations — and if you’re not careful, your bank account will humble you.
Here are the mistakes that quickly drain people’s pockets.
1. Accepting Every Invitation
Detty December can have up to five events in one weekend.

Fix: Choose your outings wisely.
2. Acting Like Money Will Multiply Miraculously
Enjoyment is not an investment.
3. Buying Drinks to Impress Others
One night of “big spender” behaviour can finish your salary.
4. Not Tracking Daily Spending
Small purchases pile up faster than you think.
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5. Last-Minute Shopping
Prices rise, tailors disappoint, and panic buying kicks in.
6. Keeping Up With People Who Earn More
Your lanes are different. Your budgets are different.

7. Touching Your Savings
Festive hype disappears, but financial regret stays.
8. No Emergency Fund
One sudden issue can scatter your budget.
9. Taking Taxis Everywhere
Transport alone can drain half your salary.
10. Emotional Spending
Stress, boredom, and peer pressure can make you buy unnecessary things.
Conclusion
Staying financially smart doesn’t stop you from enjoying the season — it simply protects your peace. Avoid these mistakes, and you’ll celebrate confidently without entering January in survival mode.


