Does anyone know why they don't post a price?

[Sidnerf]

Does anyone know why some Masseurs will post "ASK" when it comes to pricing? I'm sorry if this has been discussed before but I'm so curious as to why they don't list their service price. Truthfully, when I see it attached on a masseur's profile, I move on. I totally understand if they want to "up" their price for extra service or time, but I think they should at least give a base price to start off with.

[Champagne_papi]

Usually escort guys who advertise on RMasseur do that thing.

[Redwine56]

Does anyone know why some Masseurs will post "ASK" when it comes to pricing? I'm sorry if this has been discussed before but I'm so curious as to why they don't list their service price. Truthfully, when I see it attached on a masseur's profile, I move on. I totally understand if they want to "up" their price for extra service or time, but I think they should at least give a base price to start off with.

I totally agree with you. I've posted prevously that in my opinion, when I see 'ask', it will ultimately result in a menu of choices. By not listed a price, it sets off a negotiation with the expectation that the client will be enticed to go for the full package. I could understand that thought process to be more in line with an escort experience but not so much for a massage.

[BeefyDude]

Wish they would realize they are on a massage website and post their rates. .UGGGG (add this to that list that was going on back in Dec)

[510guy]

One time I did ask as requested and he replied back with $200 via text. I declined and he then responded about me being a cheapskate and he doesn't want to deal with cheapskates anyways.

[MikeBiDude]

It’s never really bothered me. They say “ask” I ask ??‍♂️

[+ EVdude]

I’m a Don’t Tell Don’t Ask kinda client.

[Monarchy79]

“Ask” usually indicates one (or all) of the following:

 

1.) A rate higher than the general standard

2.) The “Al La Carte” pricing structure

3.) Customized pricing based on the temperament of the said provider.....

 

Anything that falls under what I call the “well it depends”, category, is a bit of a turn off for me.

[+ Lucky]

Does anyone know why some Masseurs will post "ASK" when it comes to pricing? I'm sorry if this has been discussed before but I'm so curious as to why they don't list their service price. Truthfully, when I see it attached on a masseur's profile, I move on. I totally understand if they want to "up" their price for extra service or time, but I think they should at least give a base price to start off with.

I'll bet that it has been asked before. Just ask me!

[EastbayMike]

One time I did ask as requested and he replied back with $200 via text. I declined and he then responded about me being a cheapskate and he doesn't want to deal with cheapskates anyways.

Fuck him! (And I don't mean in the literal sense.)

[EastbayMike]

For me, listing "ask" is a sign of unprofessionalism and I just move on to the next ad. I'm only comfortable with a rate structure based on location (in or out) or length of session. If the rate is based on how dressed the provider is or whether I should expect a hand job at the end of the session I'd rather hire an escort.

 

Years ago I called a masseur off an ad on massagem4m (back when there was a massagem4m.com and people weren't yet afraid to have actual phone conversations). One of the photos on his site was him in a weathered cowboy hat. I jokingly said he looked cute in the hat and did he wear it while giving the massage. He told me that would be a fetish session and $50 extra. I didn't schedule a massage with him.

Edited February 7, 2021 by EastbayMike

[+ nycman]

“Ask” = He‘s either unprofessional, confused, new to the market, and/or a scammer.

 

None of which I find appealing.

Too many fish.

I move on.

[+ Lucky]

If you ignore the guys who post "ask" you could be losing out on a good situation. Maybe one rate does not suit all fantasies, so he invites you to discuss it further, hoping to cater a massage that will thrill you. My mommy said "It doesn't hurt to ask!"

[Bluefin]

There’s usually some back and forth about time, price, and the type of massage requested regardless if a price is posted no? Not sure what the big deal is.

 

I wouldn’t feel comfortable going into a situation where the only mention of price was in their ad. For me it’s much better to have an explicit agreement on time/price beforehand.

[+ Autumnal]

I don't like the "Ask Me" listings either. But if they have any reviews, you can scroll down through them, and click the button that says "Read All Reviews". All the reviews show what the clients paid. What was payed by different clients is all over the place - not sure if this reflects tips included.

[rogerG]

Some guys want to protect themselves from legal liability. Each state is different. In New York State, it is illegal to provide "massage" service without a license. It is illegal to charge money for a "massage" service if you are not licensed. It is illegal to perform "massage" service in a location where it may be against the law. If caught violating any of these laws, you can end up in jail. Even if you are licensed, it may be illegal to perform the service in your home. You'd have to know the local zoning laws to be sure. Each building may have their own rules regarding work from home. If a legal case is brought against you, any ad that shows you asked for money in exchange for a "massage" service could be evidence against you. The legal onus for massage service is on the provider, not the customer. If someone has "Ask" in his ad, I would consider that person a bit more cautious. IMO, "Ask" may not mean scam at all. In fact, it could mean the opposite. Self-protection, which in turn can protect you.

 

I found this at a law site:

Because you need a license to give massages, merely an offer to give a massage or holding yourself out as an individual who can give massages is punishable as an "E" felony if you do not have a license to do so. While this offense is not considered Prostitution and a violation of New York Penal Law Article 230, the ramifications may be worse. The reality is that law enforcement, such as the NYPD, often pursues this charge as means to prosecute those people they believe are involved in Prostitution, but are unable to charge them with the crime of Prostitution or any of the other related offenses.

Edited February 7, 2021 by rogerG

[510guy]

If you ignore the guys who post "ask" you could be losing out on a good situation. Maybe one rate does not suit all fantasies, so he invites you to discuss it further, hoping to cater a massage that will thrill you. My mommy said "It doesn't hurt to ask!"

 

That's probably true but I usually come here and see if anyone has visited the provider. If enough here have had positive interaction then I'll ask

[Sidnerf]

One time I did ask as requested and he replied back with $200 via text. I declined and he then responded about me being a cheapskate and he doesn't want to deal with cheapskates anyways.

How crazy is that!? He could've politely declined without being so nasty. Doesn't he realize that he could've just lost a potential returning client?

[Sidnerf]

If you ignore the guys who post "ask" you could be losing out on a good situation. Maybe one rate does not suit all fantasies, so he invites you to discuss it further, hoping to cater a massage that will thrill you. My mommy said "It doesn't hurt to ask!"

That's fair. I never thought about it like that. Thank you.

[Sidnerf]

“Ask” = He‘s either unprofessional, confused, new to the market, and/or a scammer.

 

None of which I find appealing.

Too many fish.

I move on.

Me too.

[Hey_Jay]

I’m usually 90% of the time just move on if they listed “ask” on their price! I do message some masseurs tho who posted a rate in which I can fairly remember the posted rate before they switch to “ask” mode LOL. Gotta make your moneys worth man! That remaining 10% is if I’m really interested with the masseur and see if my bargaining powers will prevail, it always does ?

[Jamie21]

The settings on Rentmasseur aren’t very flexible. You can only post one in call rate and one outcall rate. I have different rates depending on how long someone wants (an hour, 90 minutes, 2 hours etc) and you can’t show those. Some masseurs may have different rates also for the style of massage. This may mean it’s easier to put “ask me” in the box.

But in general I agree that often it’s because they’re pricing on the ability to pay or they’re using the ‘low cost airline’ pricing model where everything is an extra incurring an extra charge. If you start taking to a provider and he wants extra to massage naked, extra to touch x or y and extra for some ‘activities’ then it’s probably not going to be a relaxing massage.

 

I’m on Rentmasseur and I just publish my rate for an hour on there. It’s all inclusive for sensual massage which in my service includes sexual activity including penetration if they want that. The only time I’d make an extra charge is if they want me to travel a long way (time is money) or they want unusual or very bespoke services like a couples massage or 4 hands etc.

[jtwalker]

Escorts may also offer a massage service for a discounted rate that they do not wish their escort clients to see.

[NJmusclelover]

If it says ask I don’t bother with them

[+ beethoven]

Despite the legal reasoning (which makes sense), I agree with most of those who are turned off by "Ask me." I never pursue them, no matter how good they look or sound. One would think that the masseurs read these comments, and would stop doing that.