Why do no show fees exist?
I understand that it’s rude to not show up for an appointment, but if you’re still paying for the appointment/services, then why do you have to pay the no show fee? Is it just a way for companies to get more money from you?
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In no way shape or form are you "still paying for the appointment." You're paying for a new appointment. When you book someone's time, and then don't show up for that time, you've cost them potential income because they can't earn during that time.
There is a bit of a double standard on this - if a doctor is an hour late for your appointment, you don't get a refund or compensation for your time - although this IS something you can ask for with other kinds of services.
Basically, yes, if you fail to show up for a scheduled appointment, you are costing the other party money, and no-show fees reflect that. Every company would rather you showed up for your scheduled appointment. If you can't give appropriate cancelation notice because of a legitimate emergency, many will waive the no-show fee (once). But that's a courtesy, not something you should expect.