Do wedding consultants get “kickbacks” from suppliers?
Some vendors do offer commissions to consultants, much as airlines pay commissions to travel agents. Many consultants pass these commissions to you in the form of discounts. The Association strongly recommends against commissions. But, in all cases, you should know how the consultant is being paid–and by whom. Q: Won’t a consultant want to run the whole show? A: A professional wedding consultant will work with you, handling as much or as little of your wedding as you want. After all, it is your wedding. The consultant is there to help you and your family – and make the day perfect. Q: What will a wedding consultant charge? A: A consultant can charge a percent of the cost of the wedding. Some consultants charge an hourly rate or a fixed fee, or some combination of these. All these methods are acceptable, but you should determine in writing how and when your consultant will be paid. Q: Can I afford a wedding consultant? A: A wedding consultant is part of your budget, not an extra expens
