Guest is coming to the bachelorette party but might not pay. How do i handle this?!

When are you expecting everyone to pay, beforehand, during, or after?

If you already told them the costs, I would reach out to anyone whom you haven't collected money from, and say you need it by x date or there will not be a spot for them.

Is the women ok? Did she possible lose her job over the year. A lot can happen in a year. How much money is it?

I'm curious about why others said they knew they wouldn't pay. Is anyone in the group closer to them? If so, I would ask them if they know about something going on. That said, even if they lost their jobs or are having financial trouble, it's not cool to just not say anything and hope everyone else will cover your tab.

I would send a friendly reminder text (don't group text!!) or give a call to everyone who hasn't paid their share. Honestly, a phone call would be better because it forces a response. It won't be too awkward if you keep casual: "Hey__, it's me. I'm calling to follow on ___'s bachelorette. I need everyone's money for the festivities by ___ date." If she says she can't have the money by then, say something like, "We'll miss you, but I completely understand. We should definitely meet up for drinks or something before the wedding!"

Then, when you're getting ready to meet up or go out, text only those who have paid their portion.

I had to put everything for my best friend's on my cc and collected payment when we made the reservations because I didn't want to deal with this. I'd start collecting from everyone now, so that you don't have the headache later.

I'd definitely be reaching out to everyone who still owes you money. She doesn't get to enjoy all the fun with everyone footing her bill.

I would tell now that the last day to pay is 3 days from now. That gives you time to deposit check. If it doesn't clear, she doesn't go.

Start collecting now--download the cash app and get the money now. it takes no time to set up an account. I don't know what kind of a of party she thinks she's going to for FREE but it won't be that one smh

If she don't pay, she doesn't get any info and cannot come...period