If you write down questions as they come to mind, it is easy to omit important conditions or repeat the same information. Dividing them into three categories—cost, schedule, and cancellation—makes it easier to compare answers. In each category, include a question asking not only about feasibility but also about the applicable criteria.
Refining conditional answers
If you receive a response stating that it “depends on the situation,” request an example of the situation. Also, verify whether the terms apply to your specific conditions. If costs are subject to change, record the criteria for change and the time when the final amount is determined.
Connect the basis of the answer to each question.
On the pre-transaction questionnaire, record the counterparty, the responsible counter, the subject of the transaction, the total burden, the timing of payment or provision, and the conditions for changes or cancellations. Attaching the document location or the date of the response next to each item makes it easier to find the conditions again later. When inquiring about costs, ask for a separation between included and separate items, and when asking about a cancellation, confirm not only whether it is possible but also the requesting counter and the processing stage.
Do not complete the questionnaire with just a simple ""It is possible"" answer; instead, narrow down the question to specify the conditions under which it is feasible. For example, verify whether the cancellation is the same before and after processing, whether the quoted amount is the final price, and identify any situations requiring further confirmation. If the answer changes, do not delete the existing content; instead, record the time of the change and the applicable criteria. The questionnaire does not replace a contract or official guidance; it is a tool for comparing the two sets of documents.
Criteria for completing the questionnaire
Having sentences in every column does not make it complete. The conditions and grounds for actual application must be verified. Items with ambiguous answers are left as unconfirmed, and questions are asked again. Comparing consultation records with official documents makes it easier to identify discrepancies in the delivery process.
Organize questions by category
While conditional questions are interconnected, it is better to keep the answers separate. If there are relationships between categories, such as when costs change due to schedule shifts, attach an additional note. Even if answers are entered in all fields, maintain the ""needs verification"" status if the application conditions are ambiguous.
| category | Question example | Additional verification |
|---|---|---|
| expense | What is the final burden? | Separate item |
| schedule | When is it provided? | Start/Completion Criteria |
| cancellation | Where to make the request | Step-by-step conditions |
Checklist to check yourself
- Cost range
- Schedule criteria
- Cancellation step
- Conditional answer
- Official basis
Frequently Asked Questions
What if the answer is ambiguous even after I have asked all the questions?
Unconfirmed items must be left as they are. The fact that a question was asked is different from the fact that the conditions have been finalized. Narrow down the question regarding under what conditions the answer changes, and request the applicable items from official documents to fill in the blanks.
When looking further into this topic 계약 전에 확인할 질문 You may also refer to the following. Read the content based on the questions summarized above, and record the actual amounts or applicable conditions by comparing them with the original data of the relevant transaction. The linked page is in Korean.