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The day of the week will also heavily impact your budget for the same reason.

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It all comes down toone very simple economics principle: supply and demand, she said.

It will also cost more of your time, she said.

So you have to assess why youre doing these things.

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Is it to save money?

On the other hand, Benoff said you could often DIY on smaller details.

Think about how you’ve got the option to DIY those to save on expenses, he advised.

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table numbers), buy them online (i.e.

Etsy) or do a big Costco run.

Dont waste money on lavish decor on the periphery of your venue!

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Book Early

According to Benoff, you should prioritize your most expensive vendors and book them early.

The earlier you book, the more likely you will have choices and options available to you.

Dont Be Afraid To Negotiate

Its OK to attempt to negotiate within reason, said Benoff.

This is especially true if youre compromising on something.

The vendor can always say no or you might ask for additional inclusions, he said.

all add up and oftentimes become more expensive than the venue alternatives they turned down to save money.

This allows couples to shop around for prices that better meet their budget and cuisine desires.

If they dont, price out everything and compare to check that youre staying under budget.

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