It turned out to be anything but a silent night when police in Spartanburg, South Carolina had to intervene when a family got into a huge fight while decorating a Christmas tree.
This time of year, with all the present buying, snow shoveling and family visiting, rarely do we have a moment to really think through that year-end bonus we hope is coming. But there are some important things you should know about your bonus—before you rely on it to cover the cost of all the gifts you just bought.