Ask the Planner with Desirée Adams: A Wedding and Event Planning Podcast

118 | Costly Mistakes to Avoid in Your Wedding Vendor Contracts with Rebecca Carter


Listen Later

Text the Wedding Planning Hotline

Today we're talking about the ins and outs of vendor contracts and costly mistakes to avoid before signing those contracts. This episode is going to help both couples and vendors protect themselves when entering into agreements for weddings and events.

But don't worry; I’m not going to scare you with legal jargon. Today I’ve invited an attorney to break it down with us in a way that's both informative and approachable. Whether you're curious about the intricacies of contracts, how to protect your wedding investments, or simply want to avoid any legal hiccups on your special day, this episode is a must-listen.

So grab your favorite beverage, set your speed on the treadmill, or put on your cruise control, and let's dive into the legal side of wedding planning on today’s episode of Ask the Planner.

This episode was packed with so many excellent tips from our guest. Below are the time stamps to help you navigate the episode. 

  • Meet Rebecca Carter  [03:31]
  • Why is it important for couples to have a lawyer review their contracts? [6:47]
  • What risks do couples take when they don’t understand a contract? [8:23]
  • Do you find that couples are overlooking specific clauses? [9:58]
  • The number one thing couples and their lawyers should be looking for? [12:21]
  • What about if a vendor has to cancel a contract? [22:30]
  • Horror stories? [25:36]
  • Can you tell us more about Legal Shield? [29:43]
  • “This or That” [32:54]

Connect with Rebecca Carter

  •  Friedman, Framme & Thrush
  • LegalShield

Links Mentioned in the Episode

  • Visit the ASK THE PLANNER Wedding Planning Templates Shop
  • Learn more about my wedding planner coaching service - get on the waitlist for access to a lower introductory price!

Thank you to our podcast sponsors! 

  • Visit the ASK THE PLANNER Wedding Planning Templates Shop –  Use code PODCAST10 for 10% off!

For the full show notes, visit  verveeventco.com/118.

Connect with the show!
📞 Leave us a Voicemail: (585) 210-9485 (New number!)
IG: @asktheplannerpodcast
TikTok: @asktheplannerpodcast
💻: http://asktheplannerpodcast.com/
💌: [email protected]

...more
View all episodesView all episodes
Download on the App Store

Ask the Planner with Desirée Adams: A Wedding and Event Planning PodcastBy Desirée Adams, Verve Event Co.

  • 4.7
  • 4.7
  • 4.7
  • 4.7
  • 4.7

4.7

120 ratings


More shows like Ask the Planner with Desirée Adams: A Wedding and Event Planning Podcast

View all
Bridechilla - Wedding Planning Podcast by Evergreen Podcasts

Bridechilla - Wedding Planning Podcast

544 Listeners

Wedding Planning Podcast by Kara Lamerato

Wedding Planning Podcast

310 Listeners

Scrubbing In with Becca Tilley & Tanya Rad by iHeartPodcasts

Scrubbing In with Becca Tilley & Tanya Rad

8,886 Listeners

The Toast by Dear Media

The Toast

33,374 Listeners

Call Her Daddy by Alex Cooper

Call Her Daddy

165,901 Listeners

Not Skinny But Not Fat by Dear Media, Amanda Hirsch

Not Skinny But Not Fat

6,196 Listeners

Giggly Squad by Hannah Berner & Paige DeSorbo

Giggly Squad

14,988 Listeners

The Bouquet Toss - A Wedding Planning Podcast by The Budget Savvy Bride

The Bouquet Toss - A Wedding Planning Podcast

44 Listeners

The Unconventional Wedding Planning Podcast by Ashley C

The Unconventional Wedding Planning Podcast

53 Listeners

Engage with Jamie Wolfer: Wedding Planning Podcast by Jamie Wolfer

Engage with Jamie Wolfer: Wedding Planning Podcast

269 Listeners

The Mel Robbins Podcast by Mel Robbins

The Mel Robbins Podcast

20,393 Listeners

Wellness Her Way with Gracie Norton by Dear Media

Wellness Her Way with Gracie Norton

606 Listeners

The Vendor Table - A Wedding and Photography Podcast by Mike Cassara and Lauren O'Brien

The Vendor Table - A Wedding and Photography Podcast

183 Listeners

Unbridely - Modern Wedding Planning by Camille Abbott

Unbridely - Modern Wedding Planning

16 Listeners

The Pre Nup: A Wedding Planning Podcast by Love Stories TV

The Pre Nup: A Wedding Planning Podcast

20 Listeners