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June 12, 2025 11 mins

In this episode of Vector's Well Balanced podcast, senior wealth advisor Joe Grochowski discusses the financial planning aspects of weddings, particularly focusing on how parents can support their children while managing their own retirement plans. We explore the rising costs of weddings, the importance of budgeting, and the emotional significance of these events.

7 Key Takeaways:

  • The average cost of a wedding is trending upwards. $30K+ on average.
  • Parents often want to help make their child's wedding special.
  • Planning for the costs of a wedding should ideally start in advance.
  • Begin assessing available financial resources for wedding expenses.
  • Avoid tapping into retirement funds or high interest debt for wedding costs.
  • Setting a realistic budget that includes some overages.
  • Planning for milestone events can enhance the joy of the occasion.

Chapters:

  1. 00:00 Introductions and Setup
  2. 00:42 Scenario: Kids Get Married. Mom & Dad Spend.
  3. 01:04 Planning for Wedding Expenses
  4. 03:18 Bucket Base Approach to Planning
  5. 04:58 Avoid High Interest Loans
  6. 06:39 Setting Aside the Funds
  7. 09:21 Start Early - Final Thoughts

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