Sign contract? Or wait? Nov 28 2020

Hmm tough call because of the unknowns.. our wedding is November 7, but we also booked last August so we are still moving forward as planned unless told otherwise! Regardless if things are still crazy then our official date will still be November and just do a reception at a later time.
Good luck in whatever decision you make 😊

I feel like this is your call BUT just wanted to say a November wedding should actually be a lot cheaper than what they quoted you for August so make sure you aren't getting screwed! Nowhere charges same for late fall weddings as prime summer ones!!

It would depend on a variety of factors.. like how much is your deposit (25%, 50%), when is the remaining balance due, how far in advance do they need a final headcount (in case you need to change plans at last minute), will they allow you to “soft” hold a date as it gets closer to time if things aren’t better? Just make sure you ask all the questions and be comfortable with the answers they give you. If they’re sketchy about it or you don’t have a good gut feeling don’t sign anything. It’s not worth the added stress especially during a time like this

If you're planning for a 100 person wedding, I would hold out till after spring 2021, when we're more likely to have a vaccine. I find it unlikely gatherings of that size will be permitted any time this year. I agree November sounds like an off peak date, it should be cheaper anyway.

View Quoted Comment Thanks! Here in Miami Aug is actually considered low season for weddings and Nov high peak season. Guess because of the heat/humidity? Lol

View Quoted Comment Thank you! Good luck to you too! 🤗

View Quoted Comment Thanks! Those are important factors to consider. Especially since deposits are non refundable. The deposit would be 25% of the total estimate (our estimate is for 80ppl). Then four installments every couple months with final deposit due 10 days before. Finally head count due 3 days before. So far the venue doesn’t seem sketchy. They’ve been pretty responsive and nice, BUT we haven’t signed a contract yet. I’ll definitely ask about a “soft hold”...I haven’t thought about this. Hoping to decide this week, contract is on our counter top 🙈

View Quoted Comment Darn 😭 such a stressful time for so many soon to be brides. I’m staying hopeful but also trying to be realistic. I don’t think we would wait till 2021. Our plan b would probably be to have something small to celebrate. We’re planning a family soon and don’t want to wait anymore.

Our wedding was originally November 8 2020 and with a heavy heart, we postponed to Next year November 7, 2021 better safe than sorry.. we have a lot of first responders, some kids and elderly coming about 100-120 guests that we can’t skim down to less people so we decided it was the best thing to do

Oh this is tough. I would decide if you feel ok forfeiting your deposit amount in the event it doesn't happen. If the deposit is not too much of the overall percentage and its money you feel you can comfortably "throw away" if you have to, then I would probably sign the contract to secure your date. But if you have some big concerns over that money, I might hold off. At the very least, I would make sure your deposit could be transferred to a future date if possible. Keep in mind that you may have to pay more if you do that since you got such a good rate to start.

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The wedding is in South Florida - not the same as NH! I would imagine November would be more ideal than August because of the heat and might command a higher price.

I would look over the contract very carefully in regards to postponing, rescheduling or cancellation policies. Also look for an Act if God clause. And if it doesn’t state as much, ask!

I would check with them on cancellation policies and how much you’d owe, if you can reschedule, etc. I hear a second wave could be coming in fall, so I’d cover all your bases before signing!