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How to Save Money and Plan an Affordable Honeymoon

December 13, 2019 by Kathryn Leave a Comment

Do you want to go on a romantic honeymoon, but you don’t have a big budget? Many people put off their honeymoon for financial reasons. The good news is you might not need to skip your honeymoon by following these helpful money-saving tips for an affordable honeymoon.

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Have your Wedding and Honeymoon in the Same Venue

One easy way to save money on your honeymoon is by having both your wedding and your honeymoon at the same venue. Many very elegant and beautiful all-inclusive resorts will host your wedding for free if you stay with them. Although this could mean you will need to settle for a wedding with fewer guests, you will get to enjoy a week of romance at a huge discount. [Read more…]

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3 Cheap Wedding Reception Ideas for a Memorable Wedding Celebration

August 21, 2019 by Kathryn 1 Comment

It’s your special day, and you want every aspect to be perfect – but you also don’t want to get yourself into debt. You’ve planned out all the costly aspects carefully – the dress budget, hiring a photographer and finding a venue that you can afford – but when it comes to organizing the wedding reception, costs can quickly escalate.

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Although the ceremony is a hugely special part of your day, the reception is where you get a chance to celebrate and connect with all your loved ones, and it will certainly be one of the most memorable parts of your day. But all that eating, drinking and dancing doesn’t come cheap, especially if you have a big family and plenty of friends who you don’t want to miss out.

Luckily, the secret to a great wedding reception isn’t spending lots of money you don’t have – its all about keeping it personal to you and your other half. The touches that make it uniquely yours are what guests will really remember – and they don’t have to be expensive. Personal touches make everyone smile and ensure your day is memorable long after the music has faded on the last dance. [Read more…]

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3 Steps to Cutting Costs Associated With Your Wedding

September 19, 2017 by Kathryn 1 Comment

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When I got married last year, I was determined to keep the cost as reasonable as possible. I set a budget of $5000 and went on a hunt for the best ways to cut costs and stay in my budget without having to compromise on anything I really wanted. If you’re in a similar situation, believe me when I say that a low-cost weeding IS possible! Here are three steps to take to help keep your wedding budget in check.

Get Off On The Right Foot

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It’s wise for newlyweds to plan ahead, and part of doing that involves cutting costs surrounding the wedding itself. You can find yourself thousands in debt from an overly complex wedding. Unless you really have the finances to support this, it’s a good idea to find places where you can save money.

One way to do this is to cut the costs normally associated with vendors. Get a photographer who also functions as a videographer. Choose a venue that’s not overly expensive. Perhaps don’t do an open bar. Little things like this can cut thousands from the final cost of the wedding budget, and can lessen the fallout later.

According to http://www.debtacademy.com, “Debt cripples lives. From preventing the dream of home ownership to stalling career choices, it is a black cloud hanging over any life.” Having a black cloud hanging over your marriage from the get-go can be difficult to handle. New marriages already begin with a high quotient of stress.

There are a lot of adjustments to be made. Oftentimes even without the cost of a wedding factored in, either partner in the marriage may bring their own debt to the table. Once the wedding is over, one person’s debt becomes the debt of two people. Sometimes both partners have debt going in. Adding marriage costs on top of that can be very stressful.

A Memorable, Yet Affordable, Ceremony

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Of course, there is something to be said for having a memorable ceremony. It’s possible simply to file for a marriage license, get everything official, and then be done with it. If you go down to the courthouse and attain your marriage, you’ve got the legal protections at the least possible cost. But then where’s the romance?

You do want something worth remembering. So again, look at reducing costs rather than entirely eliminating them. Consider the wardrobe of the bridesmaids and the best men, for example. For the groomsmen, you’re likely going to be able to get away with something a little less expensive than for the bridesmaids. But conservative styling can help here. You may even find some bridesmaids prefer a certain level of modesty.

When a bridesmaid prefers to dress modest, it doesn’t mean her wardrobe choice will be less than stylish. Modest bridesmaid dresses can take on a range of appearances and not be regarded as simple. Online sites offer cost-effective dresses that are simultaneously gorgeous.

An Adventurous Honeymoon

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The next thing to look at is your honeymoon. Granted, you want a good honeymoon. If you can get away to the Bahamas for two weeks of bliss, excellent! But that will cost thousands of dollars in travel, lodging, food, and souvenirs.

Instead of getting the most expensive honeymoon package, consider finding a part of the country you and your spouse both love, and then go there. Have you ever considered the redwoods? In Northern California, you can find redwood parks where you can camp for free, and the beach is just a short walk away.

You may have your honeymoon just be an extended road trip through romantic local areas you’d never have the inclination or the opportunity to explore otherwise. If you can spend two weeks traveling the country and having adventures for under $2,000, you’ll be much better off than spending $10,000 for a tropical trip to a tourist trap.

Certainly as a strong couple, you may be able to overcome even the direst of debt. But if you can diminish stress going into a marriage, this is worth doing. One of the best ways to achieve that is to cut your wedding budget costs where you can early on.

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The $5000 Wedding – Finding the Perfect Dress

April 22, 2016 by Kathryn 40 Comments

One of the most important wedding items for most women, and sometimes one of the key inspirations for the entire theme of the wedding, is that perfect white dress. We all want to look like a princess on the big day, but anyone that’s browsed a bridal shop knows a designer dress can easily blow the budget of a $5000 wedding. So what’s a bride to do? Buying a used dress is the ideal solution for some women, but a brand new dress is pretty special. Online boutiques may offer low-priced dress options, but finding a reputable one that actually provides quality work is more challenging than it should be. That’s why TopWedding.com is my top pick for wedding clothing!

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The boutique offers an array of custom-made dresses at low prices that are sure to suit any bride. I happened to fall in love with the Lace over Satin Mermaid Wedding Dress months ago and I was thrilled when TopWedding.com agreed to let me review the stunning $239 dress along with a bouquet and a hair comb to match. I’d done some careful research of the company and found nothing but positive reviews, so I was sure I’d love the products.

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The $5000 Wedding – Choosing a Venue

April 6, 2016 by Kathryn 4 Comments

When it comes to finding an inexpensive venue for a wedding ceremony and reception, there are so many potential locations to consider. As a lover of the outdoors, I was very much hoping to have an outdoor ceremony. Finding a location to do that, however, was more of a challenge than I’d anticipated. When searching for wedding and reception venues with a reasonable price tag, here are four tips that might make the job easier:

Outdoor Weddings Need Research But Can Be Free (Or Very Cheap)

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Often, sections of parks can be reserved for private ceremonies by calling the Town or City Office. Sometimes the service is free and other times a nominal payment is requested. Depending on the number of people expected to attend, it’s important to keep in mind that you may need to bring in your own chairs for guests, which does bring a cost of its own. Museums, heritage sites and other local attractions also often have outdoor areas for rent…or even indoor facilities. Initially my fiance and I planned to get married in Thunder Bay, Ontario, a halfway point between our two families. We’ve since changed our plans and will be getting married near his hometown. After a lot of searching, Jeremy found the Penetanguishene Centennial Museum grounds available to rent for wedding ceremonies. The picturesque museum site beside the water includes chairs and a band shell, was less than $200 and is definitely our dream location. [Read more…]

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