The holidays are meant to be a time of celebration with family and friends.

The holidays are supposed to be a joyful time, but they can also be financially stressful.

ORLANDO, Fla. – It’s easy to get carried away with spending during the most wonderful time of the year -- AKA holiday shopping season -- but that doesn’t mean you should, especially if money is tighter this year than in previous ones. Well, using Popcart might help you avoid ending up in a similar situation in the event your child justto have whatever toy is next to be all the rage. In addition to using the apps, there are a few other tips to keep in mind to sniff out savings on your own. The experts say even if you’re shopping online, you should consider using curbside pickup because there could be savings there as well. Shoppers should also consider shopping local this holiday season and taking advantage of small businesses in the area that could use the extra boost.