Does a home show sale carry a 3-day right to cancel?

Work it through

You're the contractor. Pick what you'd do, then see how each choice plays out.

1. AA home show booth is similar to an office meeting — the homeowner came to you, not the other way around. The 3-day door-to-door cancellation right likely doesn't apply. However, check whether the FTC Cooling Off Rule's broader definition might cover public exhibitions in some circumstances
   Nuanced answer

   The Maryland Door-to-Door Sales Act covers unsolicited sales at the buyer's home. A home show where the consumer voluntarily visits your booth is generally not door-to-door. However, the FTC's Cooling Off Rule has broader coverage that may include sales at temporary business locations (like expo booths) for purchases over $25. The safest approach: include the 3-day cancellation notice in ALL contracts regardless of sales context. It costs nothing and eliminates this entire dispute category.

2. BShe came to your booth — no cancellation right. The contract stands
   Possibly correct but aggressive

   The Maryland door-to-door act probably doesn't apply, but the FTC Cooling Off Rule's coverage of 'temporary locations' is worth understanding. More importantly: forcing a reluctant client into a contract they want to escape rarely ends well. Even if you're legally right, the stress of a dispute, potential complaint, and bad review may cost more than the refund. Consider including the 3-day notice in all contracts to avoid this entirely.