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Allocate your funds accordingly and prioritize what is necessary for your celebration. If you aren’t sure which vendors you will need and how much to spend, check out the Budget Development sheet on page 69.
Don’t forget to get your ring sized and insured! You won’t want it to accidentally fall off as you are showing it to family and friends.
stick to your numbers
It’s going to be hard, but the last thing you want is to add to your debt with wedding expenses. Keep within your budget and start married life without the stress of monetary worries. You’re getting married! Once the initial shock wears off, you’ll need to make a lot of decisions. Don’t worry; we are here to help. Before you start meeting with vendors and putting the little details together, there are a few key factors you will need to sort out. Here are some places to start your wedding planning after your engagement.
create a budget
Money will be a huge part of your celebration. To avoid racking up costs, know which professionals you need to make your wedding a success, and the limits of what you can spend on each.
decide who pays
If you will be receiving any assistance from family members, sit down and communicate about who will be paying for what. No matter who contributes to the wedding budget, the financial responsibility is ultimately the couple’s.
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marriage license where to apply With the excitement of your engagement, don’t forget to add getting your marriage license to the to-dos! bowman county 104 1st St. NW, Ste. 3, Bowman (701) 523-3450 burleigh county 221 N. 5th St., Bismarck (701) 222-6749 grand forks county 151 S. 4th St., Grand Forks (701) 780-8251 hettinger county 336 Pacific Ave, Mott (701) 824-2545 morton county 210 2nd Ave NW,
Mandan (701) 667-3305 richland county 418 2nd Ave N., Wahpeton (701) 642-7700 stark county 51 3rd St. E, Dickinson (701) 456-7645 ward county 225 Third St., SE Minot (701) 857-6413 williams county 206 E. Broadway, WIlliston (701) 577-4500 please note State and county marriage license requirements can change. The information provided to the right is for guidance only and should not be taken as legal advice. #NDPrairieBride