Couples & Friends Who Negotiated Holiday Spending - Gifts & Travel

JOURNO REQUEST: Have you ever had to tell friends or family, “That’s more than I want to spend” during the holidays? I’m working on a story for TurboTax about the money conversations we should be having before the holiday plans are locked in. I’d love to hear from people who have: 🎁 Asked friends or coworkers to lower a Secret Santa/gift exchange limit—or suggested skipping gifts altogether 💰 Had to negotiate holiday spending with a partner, especially if you have different incomes or spending styles ✈️ Told family or friends you couldn’t—or didn’t want to—spend the money to travel home for the holidays or attend an expensive destination gathering I’m interested in what you said and what happened afterward. Was it awkward? Did someone push back? Did you find a compromise? If you have a story to share and are comfortable being quoted, please comment or DM me. TIA! And feel free to tag someone who might have a story!