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Who Pays for What?

Who pays for what nowadays is a common question.

Traditionally, in the past, the bride's family has paid for the entire wedding and reception, with the knowledge and understanding that the wedding would be kept within the family budget.

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Helpful Planning Tools & Worksheets
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Wedding Budget Worksheet Wedding Planning Calendar Checklist Wedding Day Timetable Final Phase Calendar Checklist Marriage License Information Your God, My God, and Our God: Inter-Religious Marriage Toasts and wedding Speeches Questions for the photographer	Checklist for the Groom Rentals Budget Worksheet Cake Cutting Guide NEW! Registry Checklist Sending Invitations Questions for the Caterer Shower Ideas Rules for a Happy Marriage