DrownedBoy

I hired 3 guys last week since I knew a lockdown in my state was coming. When the lockdown is lifted, I'm sure to hire big again. But for now I'm not planning to hire anyone. I'm still working, if from home, and I'm busier than ever with the markets gyrating all over the place.

On the other hand, until this week, I never had a provider turn me down due to public health issues. In this case, someone marked "available" told me he was leaving the city, not working during the virus, and only had his ad up for "advertisement." Also, Uber prices are going up. As one of my regular hires predicted, even at the height of the pandemic, there will be providers willing to work. That's who'll carry the germs. And there will always be horny customers who can't control their libido. They'll also spread germs. I doubt I'll hire at all during the next month, and if I do, it will be a regular. It's probably a moot point anyway. In Chicago/Illinois (like NY and CA), there's a lockdown, and people aren't supposed to leave their homes except for "essential services." Police are watching people who come and go. Hardly the best environment for doing business.

I'm asking, because I've tried contacting people using Rentmen's new messenger app, but have yet to get anyone to respond to it.

Out-of-work waiters and retail workers. Offhand estimate, that's the industry where many of my providers work in normally. Given that all restaurants in Illinois/Chicago were shut down, and stores are closing their doors, it's obvious where they're coming from. It's a shame. There's a lot more talent coming online, but I'm going to stop hiring until the plague blows over. I would not encourage hiring in this environment, but if people do, pay attention. This should prove to be a very interesting economic phenomenon.

With restaurants and bars shutting down...well...

I didn't notice that. Then again, after reading that ad, I didn't bother scrolling down to check the price.

https://friendboy.pro/boys/375jonathan I'm wondering what's left....

The"Stars" won't have to lower their prices in a recession. Everyone else will. And it takes a lot to be a star. Looks/physique/attitude aren't enough. You also need enough customers to give good reviews. And I'm waiting for "tested negative for coronavirus" to start appearing on ads. At least when we have enough testing kits to go around.

Has any provide here ever had a regular they trusted enough to visit on credit? As in - I'll let him pay on our next meeting?

Good thing I didn't contact him. Hot model-class pictures + no reviews + new account = scam.

One of my regulars did an incremental rate increase, but since he paid his own Uber costs, I was glad to pay the extra. It's the new kids who think they're somehow worth 350/hour off the bat that make me laugh. Never hired one of them. When the next recession comes (within a year), you're going to have a decrease in disposable spending and an increase in the number of providers. There will probably be a month or two of low hiring until the laws of supply and demand kick in.

Escrow accounts?

Hey, does anyone have info on this guy? https://rent.men/Bryann_r He looks really hot, but has no reviews and only joined RM this month.

Yes I've encountered those too. It's not worth it; I don't like wasting half an hour just to find out that they're not interested.

I'll try Mr. Matt's opener. I was afraid that a message too long, or with too much info, would creep people out. But I don't like wasting time texting either; would rather just make a deal.

When initially being texted by a client, how well do you react to first being asked about your rates? Or to ask how close an escort currently is? Since RM removed their rates, I do need to ask the rate (as much as I'd like not having to). Also, because of my position near Chicago, I do see the need to ask if clients are okay to travel a little (30 minute Uber ride). However, several times, I've had escorts immediately and categorically decline me if I asked them one of these too early. What are working providers looking for? Cutting to the chase? Or moving slowly?

Has anyone met this guy? On RM for almost 2 years, but only has 2 reviews (both 5 star). Pictures seem hot, but charges 250/hr. https://rent.men/YordanCuban/

Has anyone met this guy? On RM for almost 2 years, but only has 2 reviews (both 5 star). Pictures seem hot, but charges 250/hr. https://rent.men/YordanCuban/

Until a year or so ago, in my experience, the rule seemed to be to reject only bad reviews (on those technicalities) while accepting all good ones. Then the technicalities took over the good ones too. Remember it's the providers who pay RM...

I'm trying, but our schedules haven't synched yet.

It wasn't until recent years that a "boyfriend" could pull the blackmail game as well. And in some places in the States, they still can.

True in terms of French kissing; not sure about dry kissing. Being an RPer, it's not something I always look for.

Saw him in Chicago. Pretty good, and has a talent for massaging (and I've never been a massage fan).

If a provider ever told me that, I wouldn't hire them again. If I ever told that to a provider, I would hope he had enough sense not to see me again. Keep to business...

He's visited Chicago before. Looks like the type I'd try and contact, but can't remember.