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

Vow renewal on a low budget

We are having a vow renewal for a 20th anniversary. I need to know how much to serve and how to plan this on a very low budget. We aren't sure of how many will come because we are inviting our chuch members plus family but we don't think there will be more than 50-100 people.

Is it all right to.... [Read more]

Money tree

Is it proper to have a money tree at a wedding? Both parties have been married before, and have just about anything they need (probably not everything they want though!). I understand it is tacky to mention it on the invitation, although we are going to state 'no gifts', but is the tree idea.... [Read more]

Elegant wedding reception on a budget

I don't want my wedding to seem cheap or like I cut costs on my guests at all. I want it to be elegant but fit my strict budget. The reception will most likely be in the afternoon so a meal will most likely be served, but are there any pointers you have for cutting the costs when it comes to.... [Read more]

Money as a Gift--Need Advice

I've read some posts on here dealing with asking for money as a gift. However, I think I have an unusual sort of situation--one that I didn't find addressed here. Directly after getting married, my husband and I are flying to LA, going to the British Consulate to apply for my spousal visa. He.... [Read more]

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]