December 4

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Kimberly Chau

Tip of the Day: Keep in mind that family is important, but it also isn’t the end goal. "Not every couple has a tight-knit family that they can call on for help, so determine how much you want each family member to be involved," says Ngoc Nguyen Lay of Skybox Event Productions. Having this conversation at the very beginning can save you both lots of stress down the road.

Plus, check out How to Deal With Family Issues While Planning Your Wedding.