I agree it's a problem. I'm in the same situation. I've got two reviews, a website which shows pictures of me and my work, and yet it's not enough for some providers, because a) I work for myself and b) don't have any references. So, what I've done is search for providers who don't do heavy screening and see them. There are quite a few. Or, I go to an AMP, where the only screening is whether you've got the 50 dollar entrance fee.
i am retired and do not have work contacts. Date-Check won't verify me. Verification Guide is hesitating. i have made contact with a provider who is trying to help. what else can be done?
I agree it's a problem. I'm in the same situation. I've got two reviews, a website which shows pictures of me and my work, and yet it's not enough for some providers, because a) I work for myself and b) don't have any references. So, what I've done is search for providers who don't do heavy screening and see them. There are quite a few. Or, I go to an AMP, where the only screening is whether you've got the 50 dollar entrance fee.
~Sorry, couldn't resist.. I love that commercial!!
Any way, being retired actually doesn't preclude other screening techniques from happening.
Just find a provider that has extensive screening and you can establish a level of comfort with. Without anything that can be verified (*in regards to work etc) you might have to engage your charming personality and exercise a bit more patience than normal....
sorry if you are feeling frustrated..... stick with it, I am sure there is a provider out there for you kisses ~Tori
......hummmmm, you are a buffet of manliness....