How to create a wedding budget

By Citizens Staff

According to WeddingWire, most couples who go over their budget didn’t set the most realistic limit to start with. On average, couples who expect to pay $16,000 end up spending around $29,000 on their wedding. A budget is only helpful if it’s feasible, so it’s important to do your vendor research before deciding what to spend.

Before you start creating your wedding budget, read this first:

Now that you’re up to speed on what to consider, it’s time to start working on your budget! Whether you already have a set amount you’re going to spend or you don’t have a clue how much a wedding costs, our calculator will help you create the perfect budget for your big day. You can edit the calculator as you go and export the results so you’ll always have it handy.

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One step closer to tying the knot

Creating a budget isn’t the most exciting thing you’ll do during your engagement, but it is very important. Once you and your fiancé agree on the budget and how you’ll fund your big day, it’s a good time to decide on a wedding planner.

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