I have dated my GF for more than 4 years already and decided to marry her next year. The main issue is money. I think that by June/July 2015, my saving can only reach RM5k.

Sorry guys for late reply. I was in hometown for 1 week. No internet access. Btw, your advise is really useful to me, especially about how to save the money.

On the other hand, I already spoke to my GF regarding to sign the paper first. But she really want the wedding dinner altogether. The reason is she is the eldest in her siblings and want avoid some sort of disrespect to elders/parents in her tradition. So now I guess we need to proceed with this plan. Regarding the expenses, only after married she told me to help with the house loan repayment. For now she also has no saving at all to support the wedding!! 

Maybe one of the bright news for me right now is that my mom is finally willing to welcome her in our family.    Just awaiting to discuss the next stage. But she also concern that I don't have savings. Aiyaa..

Recently one of my best friend is married. He advised me to start prepare this year as the price of ring and the rest will be more expensive next year. Then later when GST come, much more expensive. Matila. So in conclusion, my BIGGEST enemy right now is MONEY.