Spiritualadvisor

I think you have to be realistic and lower your expectations to a degree. if you see an ad with a guy who is super ripped, veins a poppin'... you need to realize that is a difficult state to maintain 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Those super ripped model quality pics are them at their peak where they push themselves specifically for the professional photo shoot.
There are a few who have the discipline to maintain that look but its draining and most can't.
As long as what they represent in their ad isn't drastically different to than what they look like in person... I'm ok with it. Meaning if he is muscular and ripped in the ad, I still expect him to be muscular but not necessarily as ripped as his photos. Unless you meet them right before or after the photoshoot or before/after a bodybuilding/fitness contest, most won't look ripped to shreds.

I think it was I give and he receives.. 🤷🏽‍♂️ 

$400 for oral - he gives and you receive, or you give and he receives ? Or both ? 

That's weird - my search led to a guy with the initials RL.

Most men who pay for these services, do so out of convenience, not out of need. 
 
So a “hot” guy who hires, isn’t looking for a discount. He’s looking for a good experience with specific standards & requirements. 
 
it’s important that people understand that most people aren’t hiring out of desperation. So when a “hot” guy entertains the idea of hiring a professional, he’s not even thinking about a “discount”. 
 
 

though he does know how to work the camera, angles, shadows, poses, fluffing, what-have-you, you gotta admit...............
 
 

Gio_ms, Giomassage, geovanny..... He is PHENOMENAL. Really good guy, and just got better over the years. Will always repeat. 

That fits, pics lead to a model and musician with a Russian name.

Saw him recently as well.  Can attest to a softer massage. But yes cute as can be!

Looks very cute. Lucky New Yorkers!

I can confirm that he looks like his current pics. And, while I wouldn't say he's 21, he certainly doesn't look like he's reached his 30's yet, either. Very attractive guy, IMO.

I’ve met with two and the experiences were meh. Hot lean bodies but the communications barrier taxed even my college Spanish. I also tire of the “baby, papi and daddy” all the time. And they had an annoying habit of texting me for weeks afterwards.

I do find myself attracted to Latin (and Asian) men, though I've come to realize they vary greatly. While there are some Venezuelan men who are undeniably attractive, my personal experiences with them haven't been the most positive. Conversely, I've found that men from Colombia and Brazil tend to provide better experiences, in my opinion.

They're not allowed to turn tricks at the homeless shelter.

It depends on several factors, including the location (is it in a big city with a high cost of living or is it in a rural area with relatively cheaper cost or living, the price, if it’s just therapeutic or sensual or erotic, and if erotic, how erotic? 

In matter such as these, I ALWAYS ask myself, "What would BaronArtz do?"

I believe that if you want continued great service (or increasingly better) service, tipping is a wise choice. I was chatting about tips with a local masseur who was honest that while everyone gets a great base massage, those who tip regularly get better service with scheduling preference and "extras" on the table. Just keep that in mind. 
Also with masseurs who work for themselves, know that they are probably paying at least 5% if you us a credit card or other electronic payments. 
I would think that it is important to tip when you are late, early, shower at their place, rescheduled your appointment or have any special requests like "keep the room hot" or "wear x clothing" or "I need to remain anonymous" or "no oils or scents" or music requests etc. I remember reading a bad review years ago from a client who apparently showed up 30 mins late (due to traffic and parking) showered at the masseur's home before the massage and was offended that he only got 75 mins on the table instead of 90 mins (even though he had now taken up two hours of the masseur's time). All I could think when I read that was it was the masseur who should be writing the bad review about the client and you know the guy would not have tipped either. 

I had a session with him a couple of weeks ago. Yes terse one word replies. But he showed up as he said he would right on time. He did great. Wonderful massage and great energy. It was a terrific experience for me as a client. 

I just have to come out and say this in Jose's defense.  I've only had one session with Jose pre-COVID and he was not like this at all.  A friendly, bubbly, handsome guy who aimed to please.  I want to express my sympathy for him since it seems he hasn't been the same since the loss of his boyfriend.  I feel that he hasn't been able to fully deal with it and that's the root of his issues.  You guys are completely correct in what you say and I would feel the same way.   We want a good experience when we schedule a massage and don't need the extra drama.  This continuing situation will and obviously is affecting Jose's massage business which is his livelihood.  I hope he will seek out much needed help.  

For me no. That’s included with an erotic massage. To me anything sexual beyond is. 

I think that’s “an erotic” massage but it’s not an escort session … bc he’s not using anything other than his hands to help you out. 🙂

And thanks to everyone for helping out here. As I get more comfortable with these experiences, I want to make sure I do the right thing. 

If it is sensual massage and the fee is 180-200 I give tips ranging from 20 to 40.  If there is any fully interactive play time involved I pay a total of 300 because it was an escort session really.  I don't expect an escort experience at a massage rate.  I never have a problem getting multiple repeats and nobody has complained about my tips.
The above is for 60 minutes, incalls in NYC.

What are your thoughts about how much to tip for a private massage at the therapist’s home?  Thanks.