RH negotiations

ksugar44 Posted: May 13, 2010 08:34 PM

RH negotiations

Hi ladies I'm a new bride and will be starting to see venues in the next few weekends. I was wondering what you were able to get thrown in and how make you were able to negotiate down prices? I want to know what I can realistically expect to get out of them!!!

Thanks

wedding_girl Posted: May 13, 2010 08:38 PM

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Well, first off, welcome to the boards

I visited a lot of reception halls, and everyone gave me different things. I wound up going with the one that gave me the most for my money, which is what i suggest you do as well.

for example, my hall is giving me centerpieces, place cards, linens in a color i choose.

some other places i went would just give me the food and not the other things, so like i said, try to get the most for your money.

you'll be fine, take your time looking, its fun

Chanwich Posted: May 13, 2010 09:16 PM

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Welcome!!!!

You definitely have room to negotiate. Don't be afraid to ask for things. We got a ton thrown in, discounted valet, chocolate fountain, upgrade to filet mignon, espresso and cordial bar and a discount on a sushi station. We basically told the BM right then and there if they threw in x and y that we would book. They were very honest with what they were and were not allowed to throw in, so never hestitate to ask! Just remember, they want your business, especially in this economy!

edited cuz i stink at spelling

LaBellaVita622 Posted: May 13, 2010 09:49 PM

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we raised our minimum to get them to come down on the price per person..well FH was annoying and harrassed them basically lol but they did it! you can negotiate with everything I never knew this! lol also congrats and welcome!!

wenR Posted: May 13, 2010 09:52 PM

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negotiating is fun b/c most of the time you can get them to lower the price.

TheFutureMrs2011 Posted: May 14, 2010 03:06 PM

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Every hall I went to was willing to throw something in.. They are very much willing to negotiate.. For our hall they offetred to throw in a few things when we went to look the first time, then we went to book, and before we signed they basically threw in everything we wanted for a very reasonable price.. We can also get a lower price if we decide to increase or minimum (which we are) Most will work with you all you have to do is ask! GL

Pacie Posted: May 14, 2010 03:33 PM

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as funny as this might sound me and FH brought our moms the second time we went. I can haggle but only to a point cause i get embarrassed but i did good by myself I got them down 10 dollars a head).

Neither of our mom's have any shame when it comes to that stuff so we let them do the talking when we brought them and they got us an additional 20 off pp and we got they're top menu! with tons of add ons

pjc92980 Posted: May 14, 2010 03:33 PM

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welcome! all places are willing to do different things. I think you should figure out what you would want and then see if they are willing to work with you.
Some places I visited had brand new chairs therefore I didnt care about chair covers, while other places i asked if they would 'throw that in'. Other things to think about are:
chocolate fountains/desserts
a dinner upgrade
personalized menus
a signature cocktail
the more places you visit the better idea you will have.
GL

JAAMS Posted: May 14, 2010 05:05 PM

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Welcome!

I don't remember what we said, but we were able to negotiate down $10 per person...so there is DEF room to negotiate.

ksugar44 Posted: May 15, 2010 10:29 AM

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Thanks ladies for all your warm welcomes! I'll keep all your advice it mind and let you know how I do.

leesah85 Posted: May 15, 2010 10:47 AM

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If you want something, put it on the table. Say it with a straight face and act as if you'll walk from the table if they don't give it to you. ANYTHING can be negotiated - and plus, remember, if you're booking far in advance, you have the power b/c it is their duty to have those dates booked. Remember, they work for YOU.

NellieBellie32 Posted: May 15, 2010 04:34 PM

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Tell you tell them what u want.....i told them i MUST have a cotton candy machine and they said theyd get me one....also i got extra stations at the cocktail hour and a full vienesse for only $5 a head and an extra half hour thrown in for free....if i kept going im sure i couldve got more

kshea23 Posted: May 15, 2010 05:37 PM

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welcome!!!

I was able to get the seafood bar with ice sculpture, Viennese hour with the extra hour, an additional ice sculpture, and for them to let me use their chair covers and candlebras for the CH all for free.

My parent's went with us, and my dad did the talking. LOL