Choosing A Wedding Reception Site

Choosing a wedding reception site isn't as easy as you might think. Most couples have never rented a commercial event facility. With that in mind, here are some of the questions the staff at Smart Wedding Planning recommend you ask when looking for and ultimately choosing a wedding reception site:

• How much will it cost to use the site?
• What are the deposit requirements?
• What are the conditions of cancellation?
• Is there a payment schedule or plan?
• Is there a reception package?
• If there is, how much does it cost?
• What is included and what is not included?
• What "extras" cost how much?
• How long can I have the site?
• Is there a minimum?
• Is there an overtime fee?
• What is the overtime fee?
• Is your party the only party? Or is there one before or after?
• If there is, will there be sufficient time to clean, prepare, and redecorate the site?

Once you've chosen a site that meets your needs, don't forget to get all the details in writing. Contracts can be hard to understand, but if you read carefully and make sure all the important information is there, both you and the reception site will be protected. Good contracts benefit both parties entering into a deal!

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