Hiring a Wedding Planner? Here Are Main Questions to Ask Before Making Things Official

Essential Wedding Planner Questions

1. Are you available on my wedding date?
2. What type of services do you offer? (e.g., month-of coordination, full planning, or partial planning)
3. How long have you been a wedding planner?
4. How many weddings will you be working on during my preferred date?

Experience and Expertise Wedding Planner Questions

1. How many weddings have you planned?
2. Have you worked at my preferred venue before?
3. What are your company values and how do they set you apart from other planners?
4. Do you plan destination weddings (if applicable)?
5. How many people are on your staff? How many will be dedicated to my wedding?
6. Are there any wedding ideas you're not willing to execute?

Process and Timeline Wedding Planner Questions

1. Can you walk me through your planning process?
2. What is your typical timeline for planning a wedding?
3. When will you need decisions from me on various aspects of the wedding?
4. Will you handle invitations, guest list coordination, and RSVPs?
5. Do you coordinate vendor delivery and setup, including arrival and pick-up times?

Pricing, Budget, and Contract Wedding Planner Questions

1. What is your pricing structure?
2. Are there any additional fees I should be aware of?
3. Can you provide a detailed contract outlining all the services and costs?
4. What is the average budget for the clientele you service?
5. Can you work within our budget?
6. Do you carry personal liability and professional indemnity insurance?

Vendor Recommendation Wedding Planner Questions

1. Do you have a preferred list of vendors?
2. Can I choose my own vendors, or am I limited to your recommendations?
3. Do you receive any commissions or kickbacks from vendors?
4. Do you communicate directly with vendors or do I have those conversations?

Communication and Availability Wedding Planner Questions

1. How often will we communicate during the planning process?
2. What is your preferred method of communication?
3. How many meetings will we need to have?

Contingency Plans and Problem-Solving Wedding Planner Questions

1. How do you handle unexpected issues or wedding-day emergencies?
2. Do you have backup plans in case of vendor cancellations?
3. Can you provide examples of how you have resolved problems in the past?
4. What happens if you're sick on the day of the wedding?

Reference and Testimonial Wedding Planner Questions

1. Can you provide references for past clients?
2. Do you have any testimonials or reviews I can read?
3. Can I see photos of past weddings you've planned that align with my desired vision?

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