If you’re looking for extra funds for a honeymoon or your new home together as a married couple, the best thing to do is to provide your guests with some registry guidance.

While plenty of guests will happily give you money on your wedding day, a lot of people still prefer the option to browse a wedding registry. That’s where a cash wedding registry comes in! You can ask for money for a down payment on your new home, fun honeymoon adventures, or even donations to a charity you care about. The best part? There are apps and websites that make setting it all up super easy (and even fun) for everyone involved.

I’ve compiled my top 6 cash wedding registry options for you below:

1. Joy

Joy offers tons of great features, from creating your wedding website to planning your big day. One key feature is their cash wedding registry, which you can easily set up to raise funds for your new home.

Another great perk? Joy doesn’t charge fees when you’re ready to transfer your cash to your bank account, so every dollar your guests contribute toward your home savings goes directly to you. You can also link it to a traditional registry or set it up as a honeymoon fund, giving you flexibility to cover all your post-wedding plans.

2. Zola

If you haven’t checked out Zola yet, you’re in for a treat! This platform does it all— like design your invitations, set up a wedding website, find wedding vendors, and manage your guest list—all in one spot.

One of the best parts is Zola’s cash wedding registry, which lets your guests send funds directly. Whether you’re saving for a honeymoon or a down payment on your first home, Zola makes it simple. Plus, they offer Venmo as an option, so guests can contribute without the hassle of a credit card. It’s fast, convenient, and perfect for helping you build your future together!

3. Honeyfund

Another helpful website if your focus is on saving for a home down payment or an amazing honeymoon is Honeyfund. With Honeyfund, your guests can easily find your registry and send cash gifts, helping you reach your goal quickly.

One standout feature is the option to request contributions toward specific experiences or milestones—so why not include “our first home” on the list? Honeyfund is free to use, and it’s perfect for turning your wedding into an opportunity to secure funds for that next big step in life, whether it’s travel or settling into your dream home.

4. MyRegistry

MyRegistry is another perfect option for couples looking to cover big expenses, like a honeymoon or, more importantly, a down payment on a new home. Your guests can easily find your registry and contribute money toward your future.

What’s unique about MyRegistry is that you can also set up charitable donations, so along with saving for your home, you can support causes that matter to you. It’s a wonderful way to make your wedding day about celebrating your love and the causes you support, but also securing your future.

5. The Knot Cash Funds

Already considering creating your wedding website on The Knot? Their cash registry feature is a no-brainer! Not only is The Knot a trusted name, but it also allows you to create a cash fund specifically for your home down payment.

Guests can contribute as much as they like, helping you get closer to buying your first home. You can even pair it with a traditional registry, so whether your guests want to give you household items or cash toward your home, it’s all linked in one convenient place.

6. Venmo

You’re probably already using Venmo to pay back friends for dinners or fun nights out, but have you thought abou using it for your wedding? Most people are already comfortable with Venmo so it removes any worries friends or family might have about sending money online or setting up accounts on other apps.

You can easily share your Venmo username on your wedding website, include it on your day-of stationery, or even print a sign with a QR code for guests to easily scan at your gift table. The best part is that transfering funds is quick and easy - send the money straight to your bank account to use for your down payment on your first home!

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I hope you found inspiration in these sites and that this information helps you establish your home buying goals as a focal point of your registry and gets you closer to your dream home!

And don’t forget, when you’re ready to take the next step and buy your dream home, I’m here to help! Please reach out anytime—I’d love to be part of the exciting journey with you.

Congratulations on your engagement!

I look forward to working with you,

Katy Alstat

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