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Can You Write Off Wedding Expenses? An Expert Weighs In
Learn how you can write off portions of your wedding costs.
Oct 01, 2024 · Shelby Wax
A 10K Wedding Budget: Here's What's Possible
Here's how far this chunk of change will get you in the wedding world.
Sep 30, 2024 · Cathryn Haight
Are Wedding Payment Plans a Thing? A Vendor Weighs In
Buy now, pay later isn't just for that bag you impulse ordered online.
Sep 30, 2024 · Hannah Nowack
Why Are Wedding Photographers So Expensive?
There's so much time, care and artistry that contributes to that number.
Sep 27, 2024 · Cathryn Haight
How to Pay for a Wedding: A Financial Expert's Advice
The little things you can save, the big things you can sacrifice and how to make it all add up for your wedding day.
Sep 25, 2024 · Rachel Torgerson
40 Pro-Approved Ways to Save Money on a Wedding
Bookmark this article as your wedding budget bible.
Sep 24, 2024 · Cathryn Haight
You Can Rent Your Wedding Flowers—Here's How
Your "something borrowed" could be your blooms.
Sep 19, 2024 · Cathryn Haight
Who Pays for the Flower Girl Dress? Costs to Consider
Parents are the ones largely footing the bill.
Sep 18, 2024 · Hillary Hoffower
Your Guide to a Wedding Savings Account
Your love grows during wedding planning—make sure your dollars do too.
Sep 17, 2024 · Cathryn Haight
How to Stick to Your Wedding Budget, Actually
It's hard, but we called in the pros to help.
Sep 16, 2024 · Cathryn Haight
All the Open Bar Wedding Cost Info You Need to Know
This is how much you need to save for your drinks.
Sep 09, 2024 · Chapelle Johnson
What Do Groomsmen Pay For? 5 Expenses You Need to Know
Get the answers to all your burning questions.
Sep 06, 2024 · Chapelle Johnson
Smart Advice on How to Save Money on Wedding Rentals
Your big day can be stunning and budget-friendly.
Sep 05, 2024 · Heather Bien
16 Wedding Food Ideas on a Budget That’ll Still Impress
Step one: Don’t try to do everything yourself.
Sep 02, 2024 · Chapelle Johnson
The Absolute Best Credit Cards for Wedding Expenses
Pay for your wedding with one simple tap.
Aug 30, 2024 · Hannah Nowack
Is It More Affordable to Host an At-Home Wedding?
Home is where the *wedding* is.
Aug 23, 2024 · Hannah Nowack
Is It Possible to Find Affordable Wedding Photography?
Pros dish on the right, and wrong, ways to save.
Aug 07, 2024 · Hannah Nowack
How to Realistically Save Money on Wedding Flowers
Follow this advice to get your floral fix while staying on budget.
Jul 31, 2024 · Samantha Iacia
12 Ways to Save on Your Wedding Music
Go with a pro—not your cousin's party mix.
Jul 31, 2024 · Cathryn Haight
8 Tips to Save Money on Your Wedding Cake
You don't have to choose between your sweet tooth or your wallet.
Jul 31, 2024 · Samantha Iacia
19 Expert Ways for How to Save Money on a Wedding Venue
There's a right and wrong way to cut venue costs.
Jul 17, 2024 · Hannah Nowack
How to Save Money As a Wedding Guest With Ease
Toasting the newlyweds doesn't have to break the bank.
May 30, 2024 · Hannah Nowack
Who Traditionally Pays for the Wedding Flowers?
Use this itemized list as a starting point for your budget.
Jan 15, 2024 · Samantha Iacia
At What Age Do Parents Not Pay for the Wedding?
We've got actual data on the subject.
Jun 13, 2023 · Jessica Estrada
The Wedding Expenses You Should Put On Credit Cards
Here are the main 'points' you need to know if you're throwing a hotel or restaurant wedding.
Jul 26, 2022 · Brian Kelly
Financial Guilt is the Most Taxing Wedding Expense
I succumbed to the pressure of the price tag so you don't have to.
Jun 24, 2022 · Dasha Kennedy
Managing Finances with Your S.O., Based on Myers-Briggs
Which personality type are you? Here's what to do if your partner is different.
Jan 28, 2022 · Esther Lee
The 3 Money Conversations To Have Before Saying "I Do"
Before vowing "for richer or for poorer," be sure you've had the right financial conversations.
Jan 24, 2022 · Jazmine Reed-Clark
How I Share Money Power With My Spouse
Financial expert extraordinaire Suze Orman tells us why all of the financial decisions in her marriage are shared 50-50.
Feb 20, 2019 · Suze Orman
5 Easy Ways to Make Money After Your Wedding
From selling your dress to investing your cash, here's how to recoup some of those wedding expenses.
Aug 17, 2018 · Cassie Kreitner
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