• Before taking a decision to buy, couples should compare prices, quality standards and features of competing products and services.
• No deposit should be paid before carefully reading and fully understanding the terms and conditions of the contract of sale.
• Deposits are likely to be lost in change-of-mind situations.
• Last-minute cancellations may also entail the payment of the full balance.
• A detailed description of the product or service ordered should be included in the contract.
• The date of delivery should also be clearly specified.