Q & A
Here's the "#1" Question I get the most . . .
Q: Why do I need to "Hire" a Wedding Coordinator or An Event Planner?
A: As couples begin thinking about their wedding, they are often confused as to how much to spend, where to obtain specialized services, and how to choose vendors. These worries often mount as quickly as the cost of the wedding. After the euphoria wears off and the reality settles in, it's shocking to discover of how much preparation is involved. Couples are faced with decisions about everything from "invitation wording to planning their honey-moon". Couples often find they want experienced professional help.
Not long ago, a wedding coordinator was thought of as a luxury, only used by the wealthy. Now a coordinator is essential to the well planned affair. It is no longer "trendy" to engage a coordinator. Being experienced in negotiating contracts with caterers, florists, photographers, and other suppliers, the coordinator saves valuable time and money. The coordinator can take advantage of discounts not available to private parties and avoid costly mistakes, while turning your dreams into reality.
The average wedding can take more than two hundred fifty hours just to plan. With today's hectic lifestyles, you may not have time to compare all the options, making sure you get the best deal, and make sure all the details are in place.
"Wedding coordinators are not here to make decisions for you, but to guide and assist you in making informed decisions". Their training, knowledge, and experience will turn your dreams and expectations into reality!! They want you to host a beautiful and distinctive event which you can enjoy.
Q: What can a Wedding Coodinator/Event Planner do for me?
A: A wedding coordinator/event planner will save you time and enable you to get the most for your money! A wedding coordinator/event planner can serve in many other capacities. They can act as the family counselor for apprehensive brides and the mothers, a wedding coordinator/event planner can become as close as your best friend.
Q: How do you know you're hiring the right coordinator?
A: "Trust" is important in any relationship. You should feel "completely comfortable" with the wedding coordinator/event planner and feel assured that he or she completely understands what your needs are. Your personalities should match and it is important to find out how long the coordinator has been in business.
Here's the 2nd Most Important question I am always asked!!
Q: How Do Wedding Coordinators Charge for Services?
A: Wedding coordinator/event planner fees "varies" greatly from "coordinator to coordi-nator".
"Here are some examples":
• 10% - 15% of the overall budget Fee based on amount of the wedding coordinated Flat rate for day of services (around $1,500) plus 15% of vendor contract costs.
• Fee based on number of guests
• Flat rate based on amount of work needed
• Hourly Rate (at $100.00 per hour)
• "Free!" (beware, though, these services take commissions and kickbacks from the vendors.)
If the services of a wedding coordinator/event planner make sense to you, book this professional first. Then, your consultant can advise you on all other aspects of your wedding and or event planning.
*Remember: The coordinator/event planner serves as your advisor, your financial planner - and perhaps most importantly - your "Advocate"!! Their job is to take the pressure off of you as the big day approaches. It's your wedding and you deserve to enjoy every minute of it!
Payments accepted: 
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