Discounts

[JoyfulC]

Back in the day,when I worked in the US, because of the laws, there was an "escort service" fee quoted over the phone, but nothing other than the escort's time was included in that. Everything else had to be negotiated for a "tip" once the escort and client met. I always felt this put clients at a disadvantage because of that whole "thinking with the little head" thing.

Negotiating is a real mood spoiler, too!

..c..

 

[hodderbk]

Thankfully I have never had to enter into negotions in person. It has been my experience that the client tries to negotiate the discount when making the appointment.

From what I have been told, I also do something that is a little unusual. It seems that it is common practice to pay for the session upfront, and I did not know this when I started working. I accpet payment at the end of the session, much as you would pay for a hair cut after the fact. I have a philosophy that if you are unhappy with the service, then you shouldn't be made to pay (you wouldn't pay for a bad haircut). People find this practice odd and charming, but on more than one occasion men have forgotten to pay me and have come running back, thoroughly embarrassed that they committed such a snafu. (No one has ever just left, thankfully). Even though I run a business, I feel bad/have a hard time accepting money from people. Perhaps that's why I leave it to the end. What do others do, and what have your experiences been?

 

[euripides]

Do whatever you want; just don't tell any body. That's what the others do.

Discounts are great and suitable in certain circumstances.

 

[tonyb]

One woman was nice enough to offer me a birthday discount, but that was only once we had enjoyed several appointments togther.

Some ladies like to throw in "extras"; for instance, not kick you out as soon as the bell goes, or maybe think up some exciting variations, (or maybe just provide some muffins). An SP can make her clients feel "special" without involving more or less money.

As far as paying up front, I'm pretty comfortable with the practice; generally I only visit with those escorts who are honest and trustworthy. Most ladies don't like to ask for the money, so helping them get over that hurdle actually helps the relationship.

 

[JPsoHot]

Barb,
Tell some of these guys to head back to the market with some of the real beggers!!

 

[Tip-Drill]

I tend to feel uncomfortable, even guilty, if I don't leave a tip (provided it's deserved) so I would feel like a real scumbag if I asked for a discount. Discounts suggest haggling to me, much like at a flea market or a garage sale. After all, you wouldn't normally start haggling at Swiss Chalet or Sears, although some might ...

 

[jimjac]

tips

discounts for the client and (some) SP request tips are these not the same?screw the client for a little more $

 

[Tip-Drill]

discounts for the client and (some) SP request tips are these not the same?screw the client for a little more $.

That's a valid point. However, there's a big difference between a conventional tip (i.e., one that the client leaves voluntarily without being asked) and a so-called "tip" that some SP's and MP's may request for no justifiable reason at all. And then there's that very annoying type of "tip" that some SP's and MP's request for providing certain "extra" services that the client assumed would be covered by the original donation ...

 

[tonyb]

I recently met a fellow who has made millions in real estate; he says that haggling and winning a negotiation at a store gives him as much pleasure as haggling over a multi-million dollar deal, but the reward is quicker. To his kind, haggling is fun; getting a discount is essential to his inner psyche.

I prefer to not associate with his kind, even though he's rich and pretty famous.

 

[bbclown]

I used to live in Montreal when I was a student and one place used to advertize on the paper that they offer discounts for students. I used to go there often; most of the girls themselves were students and they were offering very good service even to "poor" students. I think the fact that they were students helped. If somebody is offering discounts and a crappy service because of the discounted price, they might as well not offer any discount at all.

 

[MathewH]

negotiating

I have never negotiated price with an sp. As stated earlier, I ensure that I know the cost up front and have it ready in a discrete envelope when she arrives. I like sp's who have 'all inclusive' prices and I prefer to see the arrangement as paying for her time, rather than any specific activities.

The time that a good sp spends with me is valuable and well worth the rates that are typically charged in this area. If anyone disagrees with that statement, then I suggest they try hiring someone in a large U.S. city and see the difference in cost/service.

As for sweet Barbara... I've told her many times that what she offers to her clients is worth far more than the pittance she charges them. She is truly a unique and wonderful woman and any time spent with her is priceless. (I'll admit to some personal bias here as I love her dearly)

Mathew

 

[JoyfulC]

A friend of mine lived with his family overseas for a few years while on contract, in a country where haggling is the norm. When they were returning to Canada, his wife put their furniture and household items up for sale, as it wouldn't be practical to ship them home. She set what she believed to be a fair price on them, but it must have been one of those cultural clashes because she became so annoyed with everyone trying to haggle her down that she ended up giving everything away to charity, and throwing out what she couldn't! I can relate to that.

Haggling or negotiating suggests that either the price is set too high or the goods aren't worth what they're being represented as -- and to me, culturally, that seems like a bad foot to get off on in an intimate relationship.

Bartering never seemed right to me either. It seems like, with bartering, each side is hoping to get a greater value than they would have gotten in a normal cash transaction -- and in some cases, maybe it just happens to work out to a win/win perception. But more often than not, I suspect one or both sides end up feeling screwed.

..c..

 

[gabrielle_luvxxx]

My 2 cents about discounts

Money doesn't grow on trees...Is that how you say it in English?

Anyway, my point is: Okay, there are gentlemen who are fortunate to have a lot of money and are able to afford spending a lot of time with SPs or MPs. To me, this does not mean that they should pay MORE money than a less fortunate student for instance. This would be very unfair to them I think. The way I feel about this is that the gentlemen who have this kind of money had to (and still have to) work very hard for their money.

I would not offer a discount to a gentleman who claims he can't afford my rates out of respect for my loyal "special friends" who are happy to give the donation I am comfortable with. I would ratter kindly suggest to the "not-so-rich" gentleman to seak the company of someone with rates to fit his budget.

Don't get me wrong. I do feel for the "poor student". I have been there myself. I went to University in New York city. You think being a poor student is hard in Canada? Try being a poor student in New York! Could I afford any tiny form of luxury like going to the hair salon back then? No! Can I afford luxury once in a while now? After years of working two jobs like a mad woman, yes...now I can. That is my reward.

I would never judge any SP or MP for giving discounts out of the kindness of their hearts to give a "break" to a "poor student" if they want to. I'm just giving my personal opinion on what I think is fair to me. I think that if anyone deserves a "break" once in a while, it is the faithful gentleman who sees you for multiple hours and always treats you very well...

Gabrielle,xxx

 

[gmuoo]

What Gab said is not entirely true as she has forgotten that she and the Luv sisterhood do give Ottawa fellows a special discounted rate when compared to othre Canadian cities

 

[xx_alexis_xx]

you can always do what i do which is offer discounted rates for half service during "the monthly time"....some guys with not as much "flow" really seem to take up on that offer!

 

[jimjac]

discount ? does that include daty?

 

[jimjac]

did I really say that

 

[xx_alexis_xx]

when i offer discount, its only for BBBJ. lol....u did really say that...

 

[xx_alexis_xx]

Thankfully I have never had to enter into negotions in person. It has been my experience that the client tries to negotiate the discount when making the appointment.

From what I have been told, I also do something that is a little unusual. It seems that it is common practice to pay for the session upfront, and I did not know this when I started working. I accpet payment at the end of the session, much as you would pay for a hair cut after the fact. I have a philosophy that if you are unhappy with the service, then you shouldn't be made to pay (you wouldn't pay for a bad haircut). People find this practice odd and charming, but on more than one occasion men have forgotten to pay me and have come running back, thoroughly embarrassed that they committed such a snafu. (No one has ever just left, thankfully). Even though I run a business, I feel bad/have a hard time accepting money from people. Perhaps that's why I leave it to the end. What do others do, and what have your experiences been?

i alwasy take cash upfront, it just takes away the possibility of being F*ck*d twice, LOL. i would like to avoid a non-payer completely, as opposed to finding out after and having been well, like i said, F*ck*d twice. but, if u havent had any bad luck yet, good for u. mind you, now u are advertising that u wait till after...some con artist may see that as an apportunity to get a free piece of A**. watch out is all i say.

 

[JPsoHot]

You all have valid points.
If you have a few customers that are always nickle and diming you then its time to actually deny them service in the future.
If another customer(s) is loyal and you ve been seeing each other for years then whatever discount maybe given to him maybe because of the repeat business & ongoing loyalty to you (SP). This should also be kept just between both of you and is nobody else's business.

Ongoing requests for dicounts is not polite but rather rude and ignorant.