How to actually read an event quote

Line up two quotes and compare only the totals, and you can end up misled. One quote might include VAT, another might not. One line item might be billed at actual cost later, another might already be a fixed price. Here's how to read a quote, using zzzarit's own policy as the example.

Start with VAT — included or not

Every amount zzzarit quotes is a supply price, with 10% VAT added separately — the quote also shows the VAT-inclusive total under the subtotal. Vendors mix both conventions, so when you get a quote from anyone, check VAT treatment line by line first; a VAT-excluded figure grows 10% at payment time.

Actual-cost items don't show up as a fixed price

Wristbands, badges, and other printed handouts are billed at actual cost. Because material and quantity shift the underlying cost, the quote stage only gives a range — the final number is confirmed once the order is placed.

Separately billed — what doesn't show up in the total

• Shipping
• KakaoTalk, SMS and email delivery volume outside the confirmed scope
• Carpentry and screening, venue construction and dedicated operators (LED hardware from day 2 is quoted after a partner check)
• Custom design (exterior, frame and key visual are each separate line items)