Buying services

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Do some ringing around to get quotes on the service you’re interested in buying. Is it a competitive price for what’s being offered?
If the business has a website, look it up – especially photographers, cake specialists, etc.
If they don’t have a website, ask to see samples of their work – arrange to see a DJ or band perform live, ask to see previous items made by the seller, etc.
Ask if the trader has anyone willing to give them a testimonial as to their satisfaction with the service.

Never agree to pay a deposit for a service of any kind unless you’re happy with the provider’s ability to deliver what you want.
As with any service, never agree to pay the whole cost upfront.