FrankR

He has been discusses a lot. Please use the search function at the top of the page. https://www.companyofmen.org/threads/411-on-alejandro-nyc.158028/post-1927500

Uncle Sam will want his cut... ??‍♂️

If they have their act together, they should send a 1099-C. The remaining 80c on the dollar in my example would be considered taxable when they cancel the debt.

You betcha! This thread reminds me of a paint job that went off the rails pretty quickly. Guy showed up to paint a few rooms. He noticed the massage table and asked in an adorably shy way if I am a therapist. No sir - but I have skills! ? I agreed to give him a rub if he showered first - I know, i am a dirty old man! ? Massage went as expected until he turned over onto his back. I was hard. He was harder! One thing led to another. From what I recall he stopped by at least 3 times after that to “touch up” the paint job! ??

Well he is not in DC. I guess he travels. ??‍♂️

Why the new thread? He already has more than one thread with a number of flattering comments; some of them from you.

Yes, I have helped a few people with this. These agencies buy the bad debt for pennies on the dollar and then try to recover the funds. That is how they make money. They can be mean and threatening - call at the most inconvenient times or even contact your family to embaress you into paying. I could write a book on this. My suggestion: 1. Save 20c for each dollar owed on the original debt. They will try to add all kinds of interest - ignore it; its all a ploy to get more money out of you. 2. Wait until the last 3 days of the month when they are desperate to collect. 3. Offer them 20c on the dollar to be sent via wire but ONLY if they send you a written agreement BEFORE you send the money, that they are accepting the 20c on the dollar as full payment for the entire outstanding debt. 4. Keep that agreement until the day you die - as sure as I draw breath they will come back later and try to collect more. They cannot be trusted. 5. If they won't take it this month, tell them you are broke and can't pay the full amount. Try again next month by calling them the last 3 days of the month. 6. Never give them electronic access to your bank account - once they have it they will keep pulling money. Only pay via wire - never give them your account number. Ever. Keep in mind that the statute of limitations on the period that a debt can sue a borrower - it is 6 years in most States (check yours). If the debt is more than six years old, they can't sue even if they threaten to. Always consult with legal council if they threaten to sue. ?

This is a good idea - doesn't always work; most sites now require 4 key items to process a transaction: card number, name on card, address associated to card and 3 digit code on the back of the card. A purchased gift card won't have a name on the card or an address associated. ?

Those that are healthy should get the flu shot. Not just for their own protection, but also the protection of others. It is easy to forget that there are many people in our society that are in fact frail and cannot take the flu shot. By taking it, you are protecting them. The needs of the many...

To be fair, Bill Maher does look at the other side of the coin as well. Even if he throws in a little satire.

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Have been around for 10 years. Search for “LatinLucas” or “LucasMasso”. Recommend you request up to date pics. ?

Haha! Reminds me of that episode of Friends where Ross bleached his teeth - and they ended up glowing in the dark! ? ?

What more can I say...

I quite liked it - handsome men, a few plot twists. I saw it in Philadelphia at the GLBT Film Festival way back in 2007 I think. It was better than I expected so I would recommend it.

And suddenly I feel like an under-achiever!! ??

Instead of (purposefully!) misinterpreting what @Charlie said, perhaps reflect upon your own words to a fellow forum member earlier this week: It sounds like you have also made up your mind on this topic. ??‍♂️

Sounds like the plot of Boy Culture... An older gentleman seduces the younger escort...

As you can tell, this is fairly common. Every hobby has a dark side and this is it for us. 1) Disengaging is important. You may feel like you are “dating” but you are not. Don’t keep texting the guy. Don’t meet with him in person to “break up”. 2) If he keeps texting you (why wouldn’t he - you are a paying client) be respectful but clear: I have other commitments and cannot see you. That is not a lie - your commitment is to yourself and your own mental wellbeing. Get your priorities straight. 3) Make it stick. It is not a negotiation. Be polite but resolute. Even if it breaks your heart and wants to make you cry. Block his number if you have to. 4) Learn from the experience. Professionals (doctors, lawyers, auditors) all learn how to grow a thicker skin and to maintain an emotional distance. You can do that too. My comments probably make me sound like a heartless person. I assure you that is not the case. I care for many of the guys I have met. Experience is the hardest teacher... Good luck! ?

Side note - I have never heard this term ... but I like it; very ‘old wild west’!! ? We just call it bullet resistant glass - not very imaginative. ?

Why would you assume that? @Mjonis is 48 according to his profile.

The terms and rules for this forum indicate that it is a judgement call. If you go into detail about your experience (who, did what, when, where and how) it is likely to be considered a review. If you keep it short and just give a confirmation that you met, that you would recommend it will likely be considered a recommendation and not a review. ?

I am curious - does your grindr profile indicate you are interested in massage? How did they ‘target’ you? I have not seen this particular approach before but those instagram accounts are active and have a few pics. Both “George Craig” (gecraiggg) and “Ethan Garrison” (garrisonethan100) have been active on IG for a week.