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3 Wedding Planning Things to Do Right Away

You're engaged! Congratulations! It's a wonderful thing to find a life partner and you should definitely revel in it. Unfortunately, if you want a regular wedding, it also means a lot of planning in your future - from figuring out the videography to finding the perfect dress, and for the best results, certain things need to be handled quickly. Creating a Budget Creating a budget is one of the first things you want to do when planning your wedding for several reasons. It means having a clear outline of how much money you have available to spend on each aspect of your wedding, such as the venue, catering, photography, and more so that you stay organized and avoid overspending in one area, leaving little left for other aspects of your wedding. Overall, it's how you'll stay organized, make informed decisions, prioritize your expenses, reduce stress, and save money. Here are some tips for creating a budget: Before you start allocating money, determine what's most important to you and your partner Use budgeting tools, from spreadsheets to wedding budget calculators, to make the process easier for you Factor in hidden costs such as taxes, gratuities, and service fees Hiring a Wedding Planner If you can afford it, hiring a wedding planner is one of the best things you can do for your wedding as having someone who knows what they're doing coordinate everything often means pulling off a well-planned ceremony. Why should you hire a wedding planner as soon … [Read More...]