How Do You Plan A Recession-Proof Wedding?
Everyone want’s his/her wedding to be perfect. But during a recession, planning a wedding can present even more barriers than normal. Here are some tips on how to plan an affordable wedding during a recession. Make a list of friends/family with skills. Do you have a sister who sews? Does your mother make tasty jam? Is your cousin a pastor? Do you have a friend or family member who was married in the past few years? If so, write all of this down. This is your “Wedding Contacts List” or people you may decide to enlist for help with your wedding. Determine your actual budget. Yes, we would all like to spend $500,000 on a dream wedding, but lets be realistic. Start with what you have on hand – cash, including family contributions – and add to it any amount of debt you are willing to incur (although this is not recommended). Determine, from the list below, what is the most important to you and your partner (and your family) so you can prioritize spending: – Photography – Flowers/table arran
