Hiring a Wedding Planner

Many couples never even consider hiring a wedding planner.  They may think that this is one area where they may be able to save money.  The couple does not realize that having outside help can save them time, aggravation and possibly money in the long run. 

If you are engaged and trying to decide if you need to hire a wedding planner, following is a checklist that you may find helpful:

1. You are behind on your checklist or schedule.
2. You work full time which will prevent you from meeting with vendors.
3. You do not have any outside help that is available for you to call on.
4. You need to know reliable vendors in your area.
5. You are have a destination wedding.
6. There are some personality conflicts or differences in opinions between the couple, parents and/or others.
7. You are excited to be engaged but thinking of all the planning involved fills you with dread.
8. You are having a very short engagement.
9. You can envision your wedding but have no idea of how to make it a reality.
10. You cannot envision your wedding.
11. You are feeling overwhelmed, stressed and worried about the planning process and being able to make everything come together.
12. Even after reading and hearing excellent advice from others, you still wish you had someone to give you personal advice and leadership.




If you have checked off one or more of the above you should at least investigate hiring a wedding planner.  Remember keep in mind because of the connections and experience of wedding planners they will help to make the planning process easier and avoid some common mistakes.Therefore, hiring a wedding planner may be the most cost effective move in the end.




Please leave any questions or comments about hiring a wedding planner.