Financial woes are one of the leading causes of conflict among couples in North America. But you can beat the statistics and ensure that money is a constructive part of your relationship by learning how to budget as a couple.

C’mon, you can do better than the cliche dinner-and-a-movie date. Get creative and treat that special someone to one of these 18 romantic (and money-saving) date ideas.

While most brides will tell you that their wedding day was perfect just the way it was, many will still have gems of wisdom that they learned from planning their celebration. Here, real brides discuss what they would’ve done differently, and offer helpful wedding planning tips and insight for engaged couples.

I walked around with my head in the clouds for weeks after getting engaged. When I finally snapped out of my reverie, I stumbled, wide-eyed and unprepared, into the wild world of wedding planning. 

See how you size up when it comes to communication, dating, decision-making, spending and sex!

Weddings can cost a fortune. But they don’t have to break the bank if you’re not married to the idea of a wearing couture gown or lighting fireworks at midnight. Here are seven tips that will help you plan a beautiful wedding for $5,000 or less.

It’s an unfortunate fact that money is one of the leading causes of divorce. Because finances aren’t always the easiest topic of conversation, many couples refuse to have an open and honest discussion until it’s too late.

Who knew something as joyous as a wedding could have so many rules? While you can throw tradition to the wind for some wedding-related things, other areas have steadfast rules for a reason and it’s wise to follow them. Doing so should prevent you from upsetting guests or embarrassing yourselves.

Your best friend asked you to stand in her bridal party. Congrats! It’s a sign that your friendship means the world to her.

A bookmark-worthy glossary of wedding terms for engaged couples.