Page 6 June 6, 2013 Finance Police Reports from page 2 Trim Your Wedding Costs and tail lamp. from a vehicle, which was parked on the street.suspect(s) removed two catalytic converterspickup truck and damaged the rear bumper By Jason Alderman After you’ve settled on vendors, get signed May 11-12 May 6-7 Weddings have always been big business, but contracts that specify dates, products, prices, Theft: 900 Block of 8th St. Unknown suspect(s) Residential Burglary: 200 Block of 17th Pl. I was shocked to see how expensive they’ve deposit and payment terms, cancellation entered an unlocked vehicle, which was parked Unknown suspect(s) entered an unlocked become in the 17 years since my wife and policies, liability insurance and whether tax in the driveway. A briefcase and $50 was taken. vehicle, which was parked inside an open I got married. According to the annual Real and gratuities are included. May 11-12 garage. The suspect(s) ransacked the front Weddings Study, the average Here are a few suggestions Attempted Residential Burglary: 900 passenger compartment and stole a wallet, wedding in the U.S. now costs for trimming costs: Block of 10th St. Unknown suspect(s) money and gift cards. $28,427, and that doesn’t even Date flexibility. You’ll get more attempted to force entry into the residence May 6 count the honeymoon. bang for your buck offseason – via the rear French doors. Residential Burglary: 1400 Block of Wait, it gets worse. a June wedding might cost 20 May 8-14 Faymont Ave. Unknown suspect(s) entered the Among the more than 17,500 to 30 percent more than one in Stolen Vehicle: 1600 Block of Voorhees residence through a rear bathroom window, surveyed brides who got married April or October. Ave. Unknown suspect(s) stole a 1996 Honda which was left slightly open. The suspect(s) in 2012, the average amount paid Have your florist use in-season Civic, green, 4-D, which was parked on the ransacked the master bedroom and took two for a wedding dress was $1,211. flowers. street. The car had been left unlocked with pillowcases, most likely to haul the loot On average they also spent $204 Daytime weddings are often the key stuck in the ignition. away. A watch, shoes, laptops, and gloves per wedding guest and dropped cheaper than evening events. May 9 were reported stolen. $12,905 for the reception venue. Instead of a hotel, consider Burglary: 200 Block of Shell St. Unknown May 4-5 There are many ways to rein less-costly alternative reception suspect(s) entered an open garage and stole Theft: 400 Block of 30th St. Unknown in wedding-related costs while still having a venues like community centers, museums, a wetsuit and sleeping bag. Two surfboards suspect(s) entered an unlocked vehicle, which memorable event. Here are a few suggestions: city park clubhouses or other public facilities were also reported stolen from the backyard. was parked in the driveway and stole two Create a budget. Unless you’re a professional looking to earn extra income. Ask whether Mail Theft: 1600 Block of 23rd St. packs of white tee shirts. wedding planner, you’ll probably be floored they have their own tables, chairs, sound and Unknown suspect(s) stole mail from in front Theft: 2600 Block of N. Alma Ave. by how many expenses weddings can amass, lighting systems; if not, add equipment rental of the residence. Unknown suspect(s) entered an unlocked including: wedding and engagement rings, costs into the equation. May 8 vehicle, which was parked in the driveway invitations, postage, marriage license, clergy A buffet dinner reception could save you Theft: 200 Block of Kuhn Dr. Unknown and stole coins, currency, and an Ipod. • and location fees, flowers, bridal gown and $15 or more per guest compared to a plated photography, catering, DJ or band, limousine, service. Save even more by hosting an afternoon Publish your DBAdinner, because you’re not paying for table groom’s tuxedo, rehearsal dinner and reception, participants and honeymoon expenses. If you’re hosting a large reception, have a for only $75reception and serving lunch or hors d’oeuvres.smaller display cake for the cutting ceremony,Shop around. Bridal expos are a good way parking attendants, tips, gifts for wedding to meet a lot of vendors and gather ideas. with a sheet cake stored in the kitchen. 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