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Just proposed and am planning on getting married in two years myself. Guys, if your short on cash start thinking about a destination wedding. They're much cheaper and when you get back home... you can just throw a big party on the 'ol back lawn.

Weddings don't have to be expensive. Anything over $10,000 in my mind is absolutely insane, all for what -- ONE NIGHT...Gimme a break! Most marriages end up in divorce anyways. And what is the chief cause of divorce in the first place -- MONEY (or lack thereof). Talk about a poor return on investment -- sheesh!

It's bad enough that the U.S. spends more than it can afford to in general. Our savings rate is in the toilet and the market is in for a bigger tumble than most anticipate.

So, it may be best to play the frugal card when it comes to the BIG wedding. Be wise and think "long-term." In a perfect world love wouldn't cost a dime. The Beatles said it best, "All you need is love...love is all you need"

Stephen
www.jutiagroup.com

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