I disagree with this. Starting off with a rate inquiry , regardless of your wealth as a client, is a great way to signal your interest in meeting and actually paying.
escorts get a ton of unserious people , who go on and on and on with the pleasantries and the “you’re so beautiful” and etc. I used to do this- say hello, then say how are you, then say, what are you up to, and compliment endlessly. I was then told it can be a sign of a scammer/unserious client.
Starting with a rate inquiry, location, and time availability is on average, a wise thing to do in my opinion. Perhaps not for all escorts, but I believe it works for a lot.