Pennsylvania Wedding Finance, Loans, Insurance, & Money Q&A

Budget friendly honeymoon ideas

We are getting married in July and we are paying for 100% of the ceremony & reception ourselves. We are looking for some honeymoon ideas (would like to stay around 4-5 days) that won't cost a whole lot, as most of our budget will be going on the ceremony/reception. Probably under $1,000. Flying.... [Read more]

Help!! On a Budget!!

Hello Ladies!

I'm new to this forum and need your help! Brad just proposed to me on christmas day and we have finally set a date for the fall of 2005. I have to get started planning now!! Only problem is that we are on a tight budget. I'm a big fan of online shopping and since I don't have.... [Read more]

Groom's parents have money, Brides don't

I am just wondering whether or not it is proper to take money from the groom's parents when mine aren't able to contribute very much. I am personally making up for it with my own money, however. For example, if the wedding costs 20000+, they are offering 6000 + rehearsal dinner, my dad is only.... [Read more]

Saving money with flowers...

If you have a few friends or family members that have a flair for flower arranging or are at all crafty (it's really not that hard if you follow a picture!) and know someone that has a tax ID # ask them if they'd place a wholesale order for you for flowers! This is what my sister in law did for her.... [Read more]

Planning a wedding on a budget from overseas

I'm trying to plan a wedding on a budget from overseas, with the help of family. Currently I'm in Japan with my fiance, but we are planning a wedding in Florida in August. My uncle has a bar so I dont have to pay for a reception hall and can have liquor at cost. The local church is only 500 dollars.... [Read more]