Your wedding is the biggest day of your life, but that doesn’t mean it has to be the most expensive. Follow these ten money-saving tips from American Investment Planners to keep your costs down without sacrificing any of the excitement:
- Don’t get married on a Saturday. Since Saturday is the most popular day for weddings, venues can get away with charging more – up to 20% more. Save hundreds (or thousands) by booking on a different day, perhaps a week day that falls next to a holiday so everyone is off from work.
- Get married at the end of the off-season. Peak wedding season starts in May and goes through October. Getting married towards the end of April will generally land you cheap prices with good weather.
- Choose your own vendors. Don’t select a venue which forces you to use their vendors. Choosing your own music, food, drink, and photography can easily save you thousands.
- Shop at non-wedding retailers. Whether you are shopping for decor, flowers, or a cake, try stores that don’t specialize in weddings for more economic pricing.
- Cut costs on decor. Small decorations for your venue can really add up over time. Save money by choosing a space which is already well-decorated, or using second-hand items. You can also resell your decor after the big day to recoup some costs.
- Go paperless. Hand-written wedding invitations can cost up to $5 per person when all is said and done. Skip this expense and save the environment by making a wedding website to keep your guests updated.
- Have your ceremony and reception in the same place. This will not only save you money on transportation costs, it prevents potential headaches and out-of-town attendees from getting lost.
- Skip the ceremony all together. Getting married in the courthouse saves you an immeasurable amount of time, money, and stress. Have a small family and friends reception after to celebrate tying the knot.
- Cut down the guest list. Everybody in their mother doesn’t need to be invited to your wedding. The less people who attend, the less money you spend.
- Separate your needs from your wants. It can be easy to get caught up in the excitement and go overboard during the planning process. Know what you absolutely need and what you can get away without.
American Investment Planners, LLC helps individuals across the country plan for life’s biggest moments. No matter what’s on the horizon, our advisors can sit down with you and help construct a plan that meets your needs and budget. To schedule an appointment with one of our consultants, please call (516) 932-5130 or email info@americaninvestmentplanners.com.
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