Wedding Planning Wedding Budget and Vendor Management 3

Question 1

A couple wants to reduce catering costs without cutting the guest list. Which option is most likely to lower the per-plate price?

Accepted Answer

Opting for a buffet or family-style service

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Choosing a plated multi-course dinner

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Adding a raw bar station

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Extending the reception by two hours

Question 2

What does a 'payment schedule' in a vendor contract typically outline?

Accepted Answer

The dates and amounts of installment payments due

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The vendor's daily work hours

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The guest seating arrangement

Answer

The refund policy only

Question 3

A couple receives quotes from three florists. Beyond price, which factor is most important when comparing them?

Accepted Answer

The scope of what each quote actually includes

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The florist's proximity to the couple's home

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The color of the florist's website

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How quickly they answer the phone

Question 4

Why do many planners recommend booking the venue before most other vendors?

Accepted Answer

The venue's date and capacity drive all other decisions

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Venues never require deposits

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Venues are the cheapest vendor

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Other vendors will not respond until the venue is booked by law

Question 5

A DJ's contract includes a 'force majeure' clause. What situation does this clause generally address?

Accepted Answer

Cancellation due to events beyond control like natural disasters

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The couple changing their song list

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The DJ arriving late

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A dispute over the final payment

Question 6

Which practice helps a couple stay organized when managing many vendors at once?

Accepted Answer

Keeping a master contact and contract list for all vendors

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Memorizing each vendor's phone number

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Communicating only by phone with no records

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Waiting until the week of to confirm details

Question 7

A couple is offered a 'package discount' if they book photography and videography from the same vendor. What should they verify first?

Accepted Answer

That the vendor delivers quality in both services, not just one

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That the vendor is the cheapest in town

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That the vendor works weekends only

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That the discount is at least 50%