Why “ask” in rate section?

[Typical]

It seems like 90% of RM ads request that clients ask for rates rather than just state them plainly in the rates section. Why?  I can’t decipher a good reason. Is dynamic pricing in play? Doesn’t seem like it. Is there an extra charge for displaying the info? It seems like a whole lot of fruitless back and forth must ensue. 

It’s annoying. Is there any rational point to it? 

[ShortButMighty82]

So they can raise their rate if bills are due!

[Unonymous30xxx]

Some of them have a list or variable rates that aren't broken down the same way the app categorizes them.

[jeezifonly]

"I'm paid solely for my time" 

The transaction revolves around a service of a vague nature where "satisfactory conclusion" is open to a lot of interpretation. The provider wants to know what you expect of the compensated time spent in his presence. 

(Always anticipate the dollar amount will be more than you'd hoped.)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

[JMS]

I do find it rather annoying. I must admit that I posted rate tends to lead to me reaching out, rather than the generic “ask me.“  As far as I’m concerned, since they’re seeking my business I prefer them to be upfront with their pricing rather than expecting me to reach out with that question.

[Typical]

4 hours ago, Unonymous30xxx said:

Some of them have a list or variable rates that aren't broken down the same way the app categorizes them.

No, I don’t think so. When you text them they, 99% of the time, reply with one or two rates that quite easily and logically fit within the app categories. Rarely is there a complex set of answers that can’t be easily described in the ad. So, again, what was the point of not including the price in the advertisement? Do they particular enjoy getting rate request messages all day long?