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Certainly don't get into debt for a wedding and I wouldn't recommend trading a downpayment for a wedding. Otherwise, do whatever you want. $10K is like a used

Certainly don't get into debt for a wedding and I wouldn't recommend trading a downpayment for a wedding. Otherwise, do whatever you want. $10K is like a used 2013 Honda Civic (1). It's really not a large amount of money for many many people. If someone wants to spend it on a day that enables them to celebrate with family and friends in a rare occasion, who are you to judge? (1) https://www.kbb.com/cars-for-sale/used/2013/honda/civic/richmond-va-23218?distance=100 https://www.kbb.com/cars-for-sale/used/2013/honda/civic/rich...

munk-a 5y ago
Oh - I don't think there's anything wrong with viewing a wedding as a luxurious event in your life and spending a lot on it it's just... Do you actually value what you're getting out of blowing 40k on a particular day more than having[1] 50 days of all-inclusive honeymoon vacation in Cancun? Or like, putting a down payment on a relatively fancy[2] house. I wouldn't judge anyone who made this choice - but if I was their friend I would ask a lot of questions about whether they'd actually enjoy it or just feel like it's a thing you "absolutely must do" due to weird cultural hangups. My wedding was quite pleasant, but it was mostly a blur because it wasn't for us. I think generally isn't a party for the groom and bride to actually maximally enjoy - it's a celebration with the guests. 1. At canadian rates, 'cause I'm Canadian. Somewhat estimated since nothing lets you book that long. 2. Highly dependent on the housing market you're in - if you're in wisconsin enjoy the mansion - if you're in SF enjoy what's probably a slightly larger than average studio.