you have the power.

I think a lot of the new ones see what is advertised and just go with higher end pricing.
Shows good self esteem but less business sense.   Atlanta is great as there are great girls
in everyones price point.

An understandable vent with sentiment that I share

The easy answer is perceived market value - i.e. What is everyone else charging - but with no qualitative filter  

Essentially - this is the going rate regardless of service quality, therefore that is what I will charge

Hopefully market dynamics will kick in with the help of TER and word of mouth. Many of the established providers can get their rates because they have built reputation and relationships and frankly - are worth Tim

The newbies will get little repeat business and over time will either improve, drop prices or disappear  

At least ; that's how it should work . Meanwhile, if you are on of the 'early adopters' you may have to reconcile yourself with some poor experiences

Your bigger question is more interesting - why are rates generally trending Upwards?

Riding confidence in the economy, people have more disposable income, a number of solid providers are pushing rates up - all are factors. Bottom line - providers are asking for AND getting higher rates. Guys are paying it.

Good for the girls - bad for the guys - could be bad for the hobby in Atlanta overall as it will introduce artificial dynamics - a 'bubble' if you like that is probably not sustainable

I completely !

I can't say enough about how prices have gone up and quality has taken a complete shit. There were several providers out there that would give a true cmt , deep tissue, massage and then provide a great HE.  Now, I feel I am lucky to get the HE.

Forget prostate massages, too. I wish Romy would come back to Atlanta...