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As if I weren't already unnerved by the risk involved in this hobby, this pops up in my news feed today! I realize this was a Backpages sting, but the article doesn't specify whether this was straight or gay prostitution involved. The picture used for the article looks like two guys to me, but I'm not sure that's relevant. Could be a generic stock photo? My concern is....what's to prevent local police departments from placing ads on Rentmen, especially now that FOSTA/SESTA is law. I think my days of taking a chance on an unknown escort are over. I'm afraid to even communicate with someone now unless I have firsthand feedback from someone on this forum or a Daddy's Review to validate that the escort is legit. Even then...how worried should I/we be? http://614now.com/2018/news/crime/hilliard-dentist-ua-attorney-national-guard-official-among-those-stung-by-undercover-prostitution

I think it's m4m-forum.org

It's been mentioned by some in this thread that the escort may be asking to ensure that it's not entrapment or LE on the other end. I can certainly understand that mentality, but it can be flipped the other way. When these escorts start asking for my pics, I automatically assume it's a sting out to entrap me! I could lose my job if it got out that I'm engaging in an illegal activity, so I just avoid the risk. And with this FOSTA/SESTA bullshit impending law, the risk seems even greater for clients now. I have always struggled with how explicit to be regarding my expectations for a session. Someone earlier suggested that being explicit could also explain why the escort wanted face pics. But how are you supposed to ask for what you want and clearly articulate what it is you're looking for without being explicit? When there's this amount of money involved, a client wants to make sure he's going to get what he's paying for.

Exactly. I'm paying a premium amount, and an escort should be able to deliver the fantasy without having to know what a client looks like beforehand. If they can't, I still contend they are in the wrong business. If I want to be pre-screened and body shamed, I can go on Grindr and Scruff for that. But I don't expect that when someone is asking me to pay them triple digits per hour. I'm a decent looking guy, relatively fit (training for my 6th marathon), and have a killer ass. But I am plagued with body shame and self confidence issues - always have been. An escort wanting to know what I look like ramps up my tension and self doubt, and that's not going to end well for me. So I just move on. But yes, it pisses me off. These prissy, choosy escorts are ruining the profession for everyone else.

Okay, so I reached out to a newbie in my city after doing some research and getting positive feedback from someone who had met him. He wanted to know if I had Venmo, which means he was wanting payment upfront. I feigned ignorance about Venmo. He didn't pursue advance payment, but then he wanted me to send him pics of myself. What the hell? This is the second time this has happened that an escort wanted me to send pics and stats of myself. These guys are in the wrong business!! They need to be on Grindr, not Rentmen! Pisses me off. A shame, too, because he was hot. This hiring thing is becoming more difficult by the day. Just seems like there aren't any authentically skilled escorts out there - just scammers and fakes who only want your money. It's becoming just as much of a hassle as trying to find some action on the apps.

Link, please?

https://rentmen.eu/CMMx Does anyone have any information on this good-looking guy?

I guess it's not that it feels wrong per se. I'm just a little miffed at being talked to like a teacher scolding an errant schoolboy, if that makes sense. He got a ringing endorsement from a trusted forum member, so I'm trying to decide if I'm just overreacting or whether at this price point I really should expect more of a welcoming vibe.

I received a Growlr blast from a masseur who is passing through. His look is right up my alley (based on the one photo I can see on Growlr), so I did some research on him. Looked at his website (no photos there either) and consulted a couple forum members here who had sessions with him. Liked what I heard and was really looking forward to meeting with him. So here's my dilemma. He came across very curt and almost condescending in tone in our correspondence. He told me his room number and then told me to text when I was parked and under no circumstances to knock on his door until the exact time of the appointment. I am very considerate as a client and mindful of a provider's time, and I would never do that anyway. I guess it's just the way it was said that's bothering me. I get that providers probably deal with lots of clients who don't follow the rules, which I'm sure is upsetting, but why take out that frustration on a brand-new client? I also asked if he could text or send me through Growlr some pics. I don't have the pro version of Growlr, so I couldn't see his pics. He didn't send me any. The description of the massage sounds wonderful, but he's expensive - $275 for two hours. Not sure whether to keep the appointment or cancel. What would you do?

Mintboys seems to be the latest casualty. Just tried to go that site, and it doesn't exist anymore.

Come to Columbus, Ohio, Jack!

I'd also like to know.

Just went to the Cruising for Escorts site, and it's been taken down. Wow. These sites are starting to drop like flies.

Glad to hear you had fun, Trebor. I notice he's leaving tomorrow, though, so I probably missed my chance :-(

Have read his reviews. Wondered if anyone has met him recently? His look is right up my alley, and it seems he could deliver a gentle boyfriend experience that morphs into a verbal daddy/son scenario. The only thing giving me pause is that he's done BB in a lot of his videos. I'd love to treat myself next week for my 45th birthday, but I'm not on Prep. I do always play safe, though. I vacillate between "Life is short, so go for it!" and "Better to be safe than sorry - keep denying yourself." Thoughts? https://rentmen.eu/MattStevens

Anyone have any info on or experience with this guy? I'm tempted. https://rentmasseur.com/KentStarling/

Thanks, all. I'm going to contact the guy I found on RentMasseur and go for it.

Thanks, Russ. Information noted. Do you ever travel to the Midwest? Sure would love to meet you here in Columbus, Ohio!

Thanks, guys. How much is a premium membership on RentMasseur? Unfortunately, this guy only advertises on that site and not on the other two, so there isn't anything to cross reference.

Good evening, all. I have used Masseurfinder and MassageM4M before to hire erotic masseurs. I found one I like for my city who only advertises on RentMasseur. I tend to be wary of sites I'm not familiar with, so I thought this would be a good place to come for advice. Have you ever hired masseurs from RentMasseur? Is it a legitimate website?

Oh, how I wish John would visit Columbus. <sigh>

Despardo, I have the same problem. It's difficult for me to articulate exactly what I want. Or probably more accurately - I know what I want, I just have a hard time asserting my wishes for fear of coming off too pushy or rude. I err on the side of being overly polite, but that sometimes leads to me leaving a session feeling unsatisfied and then kicking myself that I didn't speak up enough. I empathize with you. In any case, I'm sure even a mediocre/passive session with Jack was worth every penny spent! I think I'd be wet just looking at him and watching him undress.

Would love to know if despardo saw Jack, and if so, what he thought???

I would hire Russ for a few hours if he ever came to Columbus. The man is fucking hot as hell!

That's the part that astounded me. I mean, good for him if he's got it to spend, but damn, that's a lot of money!