Is it effective to do laser/IPL together?

Hello! I have very light skin and thick black hair. I really want to get laser done but it’s really expensive. I’ve been thinking of getting an IPL but also doing laser treatments every 4-6 months. Laser treatments back home are really inexpensive, so every time I visit, I can get my body done. Would this be effective? Or would it have negative effects? I’m just done with waxing and shaving but laser is so expensive. Thanks!