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Wedding vendor budget protection tips
How to avoid wedding vendor budget blowouts with smart contracts and checks
In brief
How to avoid wedding vendor budget blowouts with smart contracts and checks Get written contracts, check references, and avoid all-in deposits for wedding vendors Originally reported by Valleynewslive.
First time vendors
Couples hiring new vendors online often skip due diligence
“For a lot of folks, this might be the first time that they're going through this situation”
Online contracts
Contracts agreed online in minutes can lead to payment issues
“Contracts that are agreed to in a matter of minutes online or on Instagram”
All-in deposits
Avoid paying all-in deposits for venues or services
“We encourage you not to pay an all-in deposit for a wedding venue”
Written contracts
Get payment schedules and cancellation policies in writing
“Get key details in writing, including the payment schedule, cancellation policy”
Destination weddings
Extra checks needed for vendors who can't meet in person
“This due diligence is especially important when planning a destination wedding”
Counterfeit gowns
Watch for peer-to-peer sales of designer gowns at low prices
“Couples should be cautious of peer-to-peer online sales offering designer gowns at prices that seem too good to be true”
The main idea
Get written contracts, check references, and avoid all-in deposits for wedding vendors
