9 ways to save money on your wedding expenses

Congratulations on one of your most memorable days! Get ready to spend more money than ever before from now on.

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According to a report by The Knot, the average cost of a wedding reached all-time highs in 2021, coming in at a staggering $28,000

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did you know that you may save a significant amount of money on your wedding by following a few straightforward steps

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Although it might vary by locale, January, February, and March are typically regarded as the wedding off-season.

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By choosing an off-season to get married, you can significantly reduce your venue and other costs.

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Vendors at weddings would prefer to offer a discount on their services than to have no clients at all.

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Use a credit card that offers extra benefits for eating if you're paying for a catered dinner from a nearby restaurant

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The Citi Custom CashSM Card offers 5% back at home improvement stores on purchases up to $500

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All general travel, including stays at luxurious resorts and tiny boutique hotels, earns 3X points with the Chase Sapphire Reserve

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The Chase Freedom Unlimited® offers 1.5% on all non-bonus purchases, plus an additional 1.5% on all purchases in the first year, on up to $20,000 spent

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The Citi® Double Cash Card, on the other hand, offers 2% cash back on purchases (1% cash back on all qualifying purchases

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