It?s finally happened: you?ve found ?the one.? You?re madly in love with someone and you?re ready to spend the rest of your life by their side. Congratulations! Sounds like it?s time to head to your local jewelry store and pick out a diamond ring?or is it"
An engagement ring is often a significant expense, but there are ways to save some money and get an incredible piece of jewelry. It all comes down to timing. Here are a few tips to help you buy your sweetheart?s ring at the best, most cost-effective time.
Once You?ve Set a Budget
There are a lot of emotions tied to an engagement ring. This little piece of jewelry represents the love you have for your partner, the commitment you?re ready to make, and the beautiful future you hope to have together. And you know what" Jewelry stores know exactly how much this ring means to you, and they?ll use that to encourage you to spend. While everyone would love to give their partner the wedding ring of their dreams, sometimes our pesky bank account balances stand in the way. But let us make this very clear: STICK TO YOUR BUDGET! Figure out what you can afford to spend on an engagement ring and get the best ring you can find within that budget.
Remember, an engagement ring is just the first step of your life with your partner. There is a wedding to pay for, a house to buy later in life, not to mention years and years of birthday, holiday, and anniversary gifts! Spending everything you have or going into debt to get an ultra-f...