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Budget
"Roughly what will this cost?" is usually the first question from the top and the hardest to answer. Here we break down what share each line should take and the real price bands in the Taiwanese market.
Price bands come from quotes we have seen. They are ranges, not guarantees — the supplier's own quote governs.
Also covers where the negotiating room actually is, and prize sourcing and tax, which are easy to overlook.
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Negotiating with Banquet Venues: Where's the Wiggle Room?
It's tough to cut table prices, but there's more room for negotiation than you might think. This article outlines what aspects have real flexibility, which don't, and the most effective reasons to bring up.
7 min readHow to Procure Year-End Party Prizes: Items, Allocation, Taxation, and Delivery
Prize budgets typically account for 10–15% of the total budget, but the wrong purchases are common. This article discusses which prizes are truly popular, how to allocate them across different levels, and the tax implications for prizes above certain amounts.
7 min readHow to Estimate Event Budgets? Proportions and Actual Price Ranges for Each Category
How much should you budget for a year-end party for 150 people? Breakdown of reasonable proportions for catering, venue, decoration, AV, interaction, and prizes, along with actual price ranges in the Taiwanese market.
8 min read