Set your total budget limit
Identify who is contributing money
List all wedding expenses
Separate must-have costs from optional costs
Research average prices for each category
Allocate a percentage of the budget to each category
Include a contingency fund
Track deposits and due dates
Compare vendor quotes
Adjust spending based on priorities
Review the budget regularly
Update the budget as plans change
Keep all receipts and payments organized
Avoid overspending on low-priority items
Recheck the final total before booking anything