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READ: How much to tip during the holidaysIf that stresses you out—or perhaps it makes you feel like you feel like you could actually cut back on your spending?—when most people are doing the shopping might also give you pause. That’s because 45% start their holiday shopping around Nov. 1—heck, barely 24 hours have passed since the trick or treating ceased and the Halloween candies were collected?! And then there’s the 25% of people who get going on their holiday gift list in October. And yes, they are probably patting themselves on the back right about now as the rest of us fight the mall holiday crowds. Since the RetailMeNot site is all about deals, discounts, and coupon codes, they also offer plenty of scoop about what your fellow shoppers are seeking out this season—from the hottest toys, to the things they are most likely to scour the web until they find the best price, to the fact that 52% of shoppers will be sure to get a special code or deal before they hit “buy.” How much do you end up spending each holiday season?
MORE: Why you shouldn’t bother with a holiday budget
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