Originally Posted by EchoMom:
I wouldn't wait either. I make it clear in interviews that it's first come first serve and I'm actively looking to fill my spots. If they don't want to risk losing the spot then they need to make a decision quickly and give me a signed contract and 1 week non refundable deposit (applied to final week of care). Until I have those in hand the spot is up for grabs.
They probably HAD made other arrangements and they fell through and now they're trying to come back to you without saying that.
I agree with the bolded! If they wanted the spot, why did they not reply to any of your emails or communicate in some way, even if they did misunderstand the fee?
I do first come first serve with no apology for doing it that way.