Last month I posted an article with some budget saving tips as it relates to the timing of your wedding. Now, the issue of timing begs the question: are you crazy for planning a wedding in the middle of a recession? The short answer... no.
These days you can't go anywhere without hearing something about the recession. Whether your purse strings have been affected or not there's certainly a lot of fear around money spending these days.
For that reason, planning a wedding now may seem like an irresponsible decsion. Some couples have opted to wait a year or so before dishing out the big bucks; but many are moving forward with their wedding plans. In your face, recession!
Those people may be the ones who realize that planning a wedding now may actually be the smartest way to go. Consider this: If you're feeling the pinch is it not feasible that perhaps the venue and vendors you're looking to hire may be feeling the pinch too? I've spoken to a few people who have told me that they're negotiating like never before to keep the business coming in; so negotiating a discount or adjusting your package options may be a little easier to do.
That being said, there are still companies that are THRIVING these days - and some refuse to budge on their prices because they simply don't have a reason to. But there's no harm in asking (worse case scenerio: they say no).
There are more great budget tips at the WeddingChannel.com. Be smart in your budget choices and stay confident in your decision to move forward with your wedding plans. Careful planning, smart negotiation, and a bit of creativity can go a really long way.
Happy Planning!
Sophie
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