Sharon Epperson, CNBC Personal Finance Correspondent and Author, Presents Couples Workshop at the Ha

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(Free-Press-Release.com) October 22, 2007 -- Steps Couples Can Take to Make the Most of Their Money - and Live Richly Ever After, will present a Couples Workshop at the Harlem Weddings Bridal Show to be held at The Harlem River Room Restaurant on Saturday, October 27, 2007.

This twice yearly wedding celebration created by Harlem Weddings and Harlem World Magazine attracts engaged couples, between the ages of 20 and 45, and their guests from areas surrounding New York, northern New Jersey and Westchester.

With the average cost of a wedding around $28,000, according to Condé Nast, Harlem Weddings recognizes the need to offer financial planning to attendees. Says Harlem Weddings Nidelka Mayers, “Planning a wedding starts with a well developed budget. It also is the first step for couples to plan their financial future together. With Sharon’s workshop, Harlem Weddings will provide brides and grooms the tools needed to plan for their big day and beyond.”

Epperson agrees. “Couples must untangle their finances before tying the knot. With student loans, credit cards and their big day, brides and grooms need to make smart money moves before walking down the aisle.” In her book, THE BIG PAYOFF, Epperson lays out the most important financial “To Do’s”, before you say “I Do.”

She urges brides and grooms to make a financial “reality check” because many couples overspend on their wedding. They should also give themselves a “financial checkup” before making that lifetime commitment; this enhances their chances of having a successful marriage as fighting over money is why many marriages fail. Epperson will share these and many more tips at her workshop at the Harlem Weddings Bridal Show.

Harlem Weddings, the first luxury wedding showcase in Harlem features must-have products and services for the bride and groom. Brides-to-be and attending guests will be treated to live entertainment and every imaginable service and product to assist in the planning of their wedding. They will be acquainted with some of New York's and Harlem's most amazing businesses that cater to fashionable weddings. The vision extends well beyond the basic bridal show; Harlem Weddings will offer a new experience with every show. Each event portrays a different theme filled with charm.

The Harlem Weddings Bridal Show will take place on Saturday, October 27 from 12 noon to 4:00 p.m. at the River Room Restaurant, Riverbank State Park, 145th Street and Riverside Drive in Harlem.

About the Author
Sharon Epperson, author of THE BIG PAYOFF, is the personal finance correspondent for CNBC. She is also a columnist for USA Weekend magazine and has written for numerous publications, including Time, the Wall Street Journal, the Washington Post, the Boston Globe, Essence, and Self. She lives in Westchester County, NY.
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