What's romantic about beginning a life together in debt? Not much, that's for sure. It's certainly not a responsible way for a couple to begin, particularly when money problems account for so much of the strife in many marriages. Yet that's exactly how many couples begin, often due to the enormous cost of hosting a wedding. What's the price tag on an average American wedding today? Almost $29,000, according to market researchers. You might scoff and envision elaborate, over-the-top affairs, but ...
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