11 Ways to Get Married Without Going Broke

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Look at you! You’re engaged! You’re getting married! Congratulations!

You’re excited. You’re happy.

And though you might not admit it, the reality is setting in, and you’re wondering how you’re going to survive the coming months of planning, and more importantly, all the expenses without breaking the bank.

Here are the best ways to get married to the love of your life without breaking the bank.

1. Have the Money Talk

You’ve been with your prospective mate for a while now. You know so much about each other, too much, some might say. But do you really know what makes them tick, financially?

Do you know how much they earn? How they handle credit cards? Do your have long term debt like student loans, mortgage, car loan? How much of their money do they save each paycheck? Are they saving for retirement? Any significant investments?

If you’re lucky, you’ve found someone who’s financially responsible — pays themselves first, doesn’t spend more than they earn, uses debt but only wisely. However painful it might be, it’s absolutely crucial that you tackle this…