Western Iowa & Council Bluffs
Serving: Council Bluffs • Sioux City • Le Mars • Atlantic • Harlan
Weddings by Brandie
PersonalizedAtlantic, IA
A premier choice for couples wanting a ceremony that feels uniquely "them." Brandie is known for warmth and professionalism.
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Des Moines & Central Iowa
Serving: Des Moines • Ames • Ankeny • West Des Moines • Urbandale • Johnston • Marshalltown • Newton • Boone • Indianola
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Can Your Guests Hear the Vows?
The most beautiful vows in the world don't matter if grandma in the back row can't hear them. SBC Event Services provides professional ceremony audio with lapel mics and discreet speakers.
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Serving: Cedar Rapids • Iowa City • Davenport • Dubuque • Waterloo • Cedar Falls • Bettendorf • Muscatine • Burlington • Clinton
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Free interview notes
Questions to Ask Your Wedding Officiant
Don't sign a contract until you have answers to these. Save each Officiant's answers, rate your gut feeling and compare them side by side. Everything goes into your free Happily Ever Iowa wedding plan.
Free printable checklist: questions to ask every wedding vendor
1. Are you legally able to marry us in Iowa?
Always confirm legal standing first.
2. Is my date available?
Confirm the ceremony time too.
3. Can we write our own vows?
Some religious officiants require standard vows.
4. Can we see the ceremony script beforehand?
Make sure you are comfortable with everything being said.
5. How long is your typical ceremony?
Most non-religious ceremonies are 15-20 minutes.
6. Will you attend the rehearsal?
Is there an extra fee for this time?
7. Do you handle the marriage license?
Who signs, who witnesses, and who files it with the county afterward?
8. Do you require pre-marital counseling?
Some ministers require sessions before the wedding.
9. What do you wear?
Suit, robes, casual? Make sure it matches your day.
10. What is the deposit and payment schedule?
Most vendors take 25-50% to hold your date. Get the balance due date in writing.