You probably automatically assumed, since you had little money for the wedding, that you should keep it within your city. Depending on where you live, this may or may not be true. The average wedding cost varies dramatically from state to state. In fact, there was more than $12,000 difference between the highest and lowest …
When it comes to items for your wedding, there several routes that can help you save money. In addition to the Five Rules for Planning Your DIY-Budget Wedding there are five additional steps you can take. Here are all 10. Saving Tips Rent Wisely The list of items you can rent for a wedding is …
Traditionally, your ceremony takes place at one location, then everyone meets back again later at the reception venue. Unfortunately, from a cost and logistics perspective that can get a bit cumbersome. The photographer is going to multiple places, everyone needs to make sure they have a ride, and you or your planner are coordinating with …
It’s the day you have been waiting for your whole life and you want it to be perfect–a serene ceremony as you and your husband-to-be gaze into each others’ eyes and solemnly say your vows. And then he says “waffley” instead of “lawfully” and–well–it’s kind of downhill from there (if you haven’t already, watch the …
When it comes to vendors, your priorities and the talents available to you partially determine whether you will actually save by doing it yourself (in both dollars and sanity). After you’ve decided which you will use, there are several techniques to help you get the most “bang for your buck” while working with these professionals. …
No matter how you plan your wedding, it takes a lot of people to make it happen: vendors, other wedding professionals, family, friends, and yourself. The way you combine their available skills will determine how well your day fits both your dream and your budget. Ideally, you hit the mark on both accounts. Here are …
Simply put, it pays to be organized. We’ve all heard the term “running around like a chicken with her head cut off.” That’s what can happen if you are disorganized. Circumstances spiral out of control and you begin to spin your wheels (in other words, waste time) instead of making progress. And time gets away …
One way to save money on a wedding is to negotiate with vendors and venues. How aggressively you bargain depends on your comfort level, so if you are hesitant about haggling you may want to hire a planner to help; the good ones are adept at it and have already-established relationships. Whatever your situation, there …
“The more you love your decisions the less you need others to love them.” -Unknown
If you are like a lot of people, chances are you have to watch spending. It helps if you make it fun or otherwise interesting. I’ve always enjoyed looking for and finding bargains. In fact, a particular cousin frequently jokes about the time I wouldn’t accept his Taco Bell tacos for free because there was …
Pulling off your “dream wedding on a limited budget” means utilizing techniques that have worked for others. In that spirit, I’ve found three recent blog posts from around the Web that will help you do just that. I’ve outlined 12 ideas below (whether they are right for you depends on your priorities or preferences), along …