Budget Tools

Stay on Budget, Prevent Overruns

Prevent $1,000+ budget overruns before they happen. Real-time alerts at 80% and 100% catch overspending early—no spreadsheet surprises.

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Budget Overview $32,500 / $50,000
Total Budget Used 65%
Venue $12,000 / $15,000
Catering $8,500 / $12,000
Photography $4,200 / $5,000
Decor $3,800 / $6,000
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80% Alert
Venue budget at 80%

Pre-built categories save 2+ hours of setup

Venues, catering, decor, photography—15 categories ready to go. No building spreadsheets from scratch or guessing industry-standard budget allocations.

  • 15 pre-configured expense categories
  • Automatic budget allocation suggestions
  • Customize categories to fit your event
Budget Categories
🏛️
Venue
$15,000
🍽️
Catering
$12,000
📸
Photography
$5,000
🎨
Decor
$6,000
🎵
Music/DJ
$3,500
💐
Flowers
$2,500
+ Add Custom Category

Never miss a vendor payment deadline

Track deposits, due dates, and final payments in one place. Email reminders 7 days before every deadline—avoid late fees and awkward vendor conversations.

  • Track deposits and payment schedules
  • Automatic reminders before due dates
  • Mark payments as paid instantly
Upcoming Payments
Grand Ballroom Venue Due in 5 days
$3,000
Bella's Catering Due in 12 days
$4,250
Pro Photography Co. Due in 18 days
$1,000
Floral Designs LLC Paid
$800

See your budget status update in real-time

Dashboard updates instantly as you add expenses. No manual spreadsheet math, no outdated totals, no wondering where you stand.

  • Live budget calculations—no refresh needed
  • Visual progress bars for each category
  • Export reports in seconds
Budget Summary
Total Budget $50,000
Spent $32,500
Remaining $17,500
Committed $8,200
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Smart alerts prevent costly overruns

Get warnings at 80% and 100% of each category budget. Catch $500+ overruns before you sign contracts—not after.

  • Automatic alerts at 80% and 100% thresholds
  • Category-specific warnings
  • Email and in-app notifications
Budget Alerts
Photography Budget Exceeded
$5,200 of $5,000 allocated
Venue at 80% Budget
$12,000 of $15,000 spent. $3,000 remaining.
Decor Under Budget
$3,800 of $6,000 spent. Well within limit!

Frequently Asked Questions

How do overspend alerts work?

Get email/dashboard alerts at 80% and 100% of each category budget. Example: $8,000 venue budget → alert at $6,400 (80%) and $8,000 (100%). Catches overruns before signing contracts.

How do payment reminders prevent late fees?

Set vendor due dates → automatic email reminders 7 days and 1 day before. Never miss a payment deadline. Customize reminder timing in settings.

Can I share budget with my partner or planner?

Yes! Invite unlimited collaborators. Set permissions: view-only or full edit access. Everyone sees real-time updates—no email budget spreadsheets back and forth.

What happens when I go over budget?

Dashboard shows overspent categories in red. Get instant alerts. Adjust other categories or increase total budget. Real-time visibility prevents $500+ surprises.

Can I export budget for vendors or taxes?

Yes! Export to Excel, CSV, or PDF. Includes all transactions, receipts, vendor details. Perfect for venue negotiations, caterer invoices, or tax deductions.

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