So.. I'm new to the hobby and I think I've reviewed about every provider in LV.  I was wondering since I don't have any references (and some providers require them) can anyone recommend a good provider that would see someone for their first time??  

It's almost over-whelming and I guess what I'm asking for is a little advice.  With the economy like it is, I'm very skeptical of finances, like most, and want to have a good experience for a sensible donation.

I don't think that there's any magic formula.  Do the research and assemble a list of favorites.  Start at the top, and ask if they'll see someone without references.  Someone will say yes.

It sounds like you aren't a VIP member.  It's worth the money to become one, as all of the information will be right in front of you.

I'm not blowing you off, in spite of what you may think.  You're asking for a list of great ladies that don't use references for screening.  My definition of great will not be yours, and if I did know exactly how any lady screened, I'd take that info to my grave.

1) Try a different city first.  Vegas is expensive so you can get references from providers in other towns for less than what it would cost in Vegas.  There are some better known agencies outside of Vegas that are known to offer references to indies in Vegas.

2) Join a verification service like Date Check and/or Preferred 411.  There's plenty of Vegas providers that are members of these services.

3) Just hand over enough information to a Vegas provider of your choice and hope they'll accept that.  A provider's safety and comfort is important so giving them reassurances that you aren't a serial killer or whack job will lead to better experiences.  In the same vein, booking a nicer hotel room gives them a little more comfort than going to a home in a sketchy neighborhood.

Bob