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How to manage when the RSVP comes with a hefty cost

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With wedding guest costs averaging $1,400, many attendees are adopting budget hacks to save on travel, lodging, and clothing expenses.

American guests estimate spending an average of about $1,400 per celebration. Here's how some budget-minded wedding guests are implementing hacks to trim spending on lodging, flights and attire.

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