How to Plan the Perfect Backyard Wedding!

There are few things we love more than a backyard wedding. There’s something that’s just truly special and romantic about having your big day at your home or the home of a loved one. It’s intimate, affordable, and you can get so creative too! Here are some great ideas for planning your backyard wedding, from our team of cash property buyers in Dallas.

#1 – Your budget and guest list

Every great wedding starts with planning a budget and deciding on your guest list. This will help you figure out how many people you can fit into your space and how much you have to spend on décor, catering, and other elements of the wedding. It will also help you decide whose backyard you can use! If you have a small backyard that only fits 20 people comfortably, but you have a guest list of 60, then it’s time to start asking family and friends if you can host at their house.

#2 – Set a date

Next, it’s time to set a date. Like any wedding, there’s more competition for vendors like photographers and caterers on certain dates and times of the year, so keep this in mind when setting your date. Saturdays are the most in-demand, so consider a Friday afternoon if you want to get married during peak season. In Dallas, we’re blessed with beautiful fall weather, so also don’t be afraid to go into the cooler months to set your date. As soon as you set your date, it’s time to let all your guests know so they can plan ahead, especially if they need to travel.

#3 – Think outside the box for vendors

There’s quite a team involved with pulling off a wedding, but a backyard wedding lets you get a little more creative. Some great ideas for keeping it classy and budget-friendly include:

Using restaurant food trucks – From gourmet fine dining to BBQ and burgers, food trucks do it all these days! And if you’re worried about disrupting the neighborhood, you can invite your street to enjoy a meal too.

Planting your yard – Get your backyard wedding ready by planting new flowers and shrubs, laying gorgeous paving, trimming trees, and more. If you have a bigger budget, it’s worth it bringing in a landscape designer to turn your yard into a wonderland. And the best part is you get to enjoy it forever, not just on your special day. 

DIY décor – If you’re crafty, wedding décor isn’t a chore – it’s a delight! We recommend visiting thrift stores and garage sales as well as using Facebook marketplace to find your materials. A lot of couples sell off their décor after their wedding, so you can get great bargains on everything from tablecloths and strings of fairy lights to mason jars, signs, and centerpieces. And after your wedding, you can sell them on to another bride and groom.

#4 – Spend on the right vendors

There are certain things we don’t recommend couples try to DIY or cut costs on too much. One of these is hiring a wedding coordinator. You may feel that you and your family can pull it all off on the day but trust us when we say it is A LOT of work. Taking a load off your shoulders and having someone you can trust to put everything together and make sure the day runs smoothly is one of the best wedding presents you can get. That way, you can relax, focus, and have fun.

Another good splurge is a great wedding photographer. You want to remember every element of this perfect day and the right photographer can capture it all. It might cost a pretty penny, but it will be worth it every time you look at your framed happy moments on your wall!

#5 – Check permits and permissions

Check on your county website to see if you need any permits or permissions for holding your backyard wedding. You may need to follow certain rules regarding noise, parking, fire safety, or guest numbers – especially if you are part of an HOA or are renting a tent or food trucks. Always keep your neighbors informed and either invite them to join or send a small thank you gift for any inconvenience. It’s also a good idea to check with your homeowner’s insurance to make sure you are covered with liability insurance in case any accidents happen.

Want to host your backyard wedding in your new, dream home? Sell your house in 24 hours!

When you want to sell your house quickly without spending more money on it or paying real estate agent fees, there’s no one better than Shiny Key Properties! We purchase houses in any condition, at any time of year, from well-kept family properties to teardowns. If you want to sell your property as is without having to look for a buyer, deal with a real estate agent and pay their commission, or even empty the property, then the best option is to sell directly to our cash property buyers in Dallas. We price your property according to the market, so you get a fair deal in record time! 

We will buy your property fast, putting a lump sum into your account in a matter of days. Here’s how our process works: 

• You enter your information on our website. We’ll contact you directly to discuss an offer for your property (you can also get a free property evaluation from our website) 
• You can accept or reject the FREE NO-OBLIGATION offer 
• Cash will be deposited into your bank account – with no real estate agent fees or realtor fees 
• We can handle all aspects of the process, including clearing out the property 
• You can also call us directly on 469-858-0088 

That’s all there is to it! 

Our team is compassionate and highly motivated to offer you the best possible market-related price for your house, so you can sell your property fast. Not only does this cash go straight into your bank account as soon as the sale goes through, but you also pay no real estate agent fees or commission.