The deposit is totally mutual, it’s an agreement between both sides. It confirms intent.
Nik, didnt you have 4 wasted appointments last weekend or the weekend before ? It made me think... why are you wasting your life, why are you devaluing yourself and your time. That’s time you could spend with your family and children. You’ll never get back.
I simply don’t allow time wasters into my life. Been there, done it, had enough of it. Thats why I operate my way, my process it’s fair and ensures nobody’s time is wasted. As soon as you ask for commitment and they make excuses.... decline.