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BBB Tip: Wedding resources
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There are a wide variety of services to consider as you plan your wedding. Here are links to help with some of the most common.
Wedding services vary depending on your needs; consultants can help you plan the wedding from start to finish, while “day-of planners” will only be there to help with the ceremony you already planned. Whichever it may be, consider these factors to help you choose the right wedding planner.
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One of the biggest decisions you make for your wedding may be where you have it. Indoor? Outdoor? Fancy? Casual? Where you decide to hold your event could affect the rest of your wedding decisions. BBB has tips to help you find the perfect venue.
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For many brides, selecting the perfect dress is one of the most important parts of their wedding. But like many purchases with a big price tag – and high stakes – there’s a lot that can go wrong. Follow this advice to ensure that dress shopping goes smoothly.
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If you are using a local florist, make time to visit the shop; you can see the flowers, talk with the staff and choose exactly what you want. BBB provides tips for consumers purchasing flowers.
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When you are hiring someone to take photos of your special event, a photographer is often a costly expense with just one chance to get it right. Before you send that deposit, consider these tips.
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The right DJ plays a huge part in making your wedding a success -- bringing the equipment, handling set up, even acting as an emcee. Here's what you should consider before choosing a DJ.
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Consumers spend billions of dollars each year traveling. Whether you choose to be your own travel agent or use the services of a professional, good planning goes a long way toward making travel efficient and stress-free. And before you book a hotel room for your upcoming trip, be sure to follow these tips from the Better Business Bureau and the American Hotel and Lodging Association.
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What if, despite all your best efforts to choose carefully, the business you frequent suddenly closes down? If you have yet to receive goods or services that you have already paid for, all may not be lost. BBB has these tips to help you toward resolution.
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