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Getting married in Singapore is not cheap! However, if couples are willing to DIY some of the wedding preparation, they can save a ton of money.
One of the best ways that brides can save money is to leverage the gig economy. With the relatively stronger SingDollar and platforms like Fiverr, Singapore brides can find freelancers in emerging economies to do a variety of things at a fraction of what it will cost to do the same in Singapore.
For as little as USD5, a bride can find a graphic designer to design their wedding invitation cards. Or for around USD20, they can get a professional life video pieced together. Basically, wedding couples have at their disposal a large pool of freelance professionals from around the world.
But, before you jump on the bandwagon and hire the first freelancer you find, here are a few things to keep in mind:
Plan ahead. Working with a freelancer based overseas takes time (and patience due to language). A good gauge is to double the amount of time so that you will not be stressed.
