FAQs
- What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
I am not in this to make a lot of money. I provide the service for those who require the service and like what they see. My basic price is $25.00. Generally, it does increase in 5-10 dollar increments based on mileage. All prices are Negotiable!! And, of course, I do have a few Specials and Exceptions as noted below. Total: $25.00 00-29 Miles $30.00 30-39 Miles $40.00 40-49 Miles $50.00 50+ Miles to include mileage for Rehearsal(s) Free - Active Duty or Retired Military (Military ID required) 25% Discount for Veterans and National Guard/Reserves At the end of the day, The Commonwealth of Virginia has placed a maximum of $50.00 an officiant can charge. § 20-27. Fee for celebrating marriage Any person authorized under § 20-25 to celebrate the rites of marriage shall be permitted to charge the parties a fee for the ceremony not to exceed $50 for each ceremony. Additionally, such person shall be permitted to charge the parties travel expenses to and from the marriage site. If conveyance is by public transportation, reimbursement shall be at the actual cost thereof. If conveyance is by private transportation, reimbursement shall be at the rate specified in the current general appropriations act of the Commonwealth. In either event, the actual cost of the ceremony together with travel expenses shall be given to the parties at least three days prior to the marriage ceremony. (Code 1919, § 5083; 1970, c. 362; 1975, c. 644; 1993, cc. 941, 966; 2006, c. 625.)
- What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
Once contact is established and you have accepted my quote, I will attempt to contact you just as soon as possible via "Thumbtack.com" reply. At this point, if possible either a phone call or face to face meeting would be the premium preference; however continuing communications through "Thumbtack.com" to establish your wedding ceremony desires would be acceptable. I have several commitment ceremonies with multiple more personalized ceremonies that can be added to a simple ceremony, such as the "Unity Candle" to the "Blending of the Sands". All of which would lead to a beautiful ceremony worthy of only you the betrothed couple.
- What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I received my Non-Denominational Minister ordination January 4, 2007. I look forward to working with you and to help make your day special. I have been certified by the Commonwealth of Virginia since 2012 and have performed weddings since. I mainly deal with the protestant faiths and civil style marriages.