Today I’m joined by Rachel Cruze, Personal Finance Expert & Bestselling Author, from Ramsey Solutions to talk about wedding budgets & awkward money conversations with your partner with Rachel Cruze. Here's a summary of our interview: Meet Rachel Cruze [02:50]When should couples talk about their long-term financial goals?[6:08]Should couples combine finances before they get married? [11:25]What financial milestones should couples achieve before they get married? [17:25]Why is it important to talk about debt with their spouse or partner? [19:03]What debt should couples pay off before they get married? [22:20]What if one person has more debt than the other person? [26:22]How should couples figure out what their wedding budget should be? [28:02]Should couples take on debt to pay for their wedding? [33:19]How do you advise couples stop comparing themselves to others when wedding planning? [35:44] Listener question 1:  My partner and I have different financial goal but we have joint accounts. How do we get on the same page? [39:05] Listener question 2:  My parents are paying for the wedding but his guest list is much longer than ours. What should we do? [41:57]Never Have I Ever [44:20]“This or That” [47:15]For the full show notes, visit  verveeventco.com/114. Connect with Rachel Cruze Ramsey SolutionsInstagram: @rachelcruzePinterest: @rachelcruzeLINKS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW The Wedding Planning Template Shop Sale is on! -- Use the code SEASON4 for 20% off your entire cart.Wedding Day Master Organizer and Day-of SpreadsheetMoney & Marriage GetawayWedding Budget BundleRachel Cruze ShowWedding Planning template shopSmart Money Happy HourWedding Planner coaching serviceTHANK YOU TO OUR PODCAST SPONSOR!  Wedding Planning template shop. Use code SEASON4 to get 20% off your entire order.Connect with the show! 📞 Leave us a Voicemail: (585) 210-3467 IG: @asktheplannerpodcast TikTok: @asktheplannerpodcast 💻: http://asktheplannerpodcast.com/ 💌: [email protected]