Our #1 wedding budget tip is to create your budget before you begin the wedding planning process. This is the best way to ensure you don’t go over budget and end up in debt.
A wedding budget should be personal – and it should reflect your unique situation and set of circumstances.The way you spend your budget should reflect your values and/or priorities.
There are typically two numbers at play: The amount of money you are able (and willing) to spend, and the amount of money the wedding you want will actually cost.
2. Research in your area to set realistic wedding budget expectations