Sorry to hear...But why in the world would you send a deposit??  
Seems like you've been around the block,you should know better and I don't think she's even reviewed..tisk, tisk, tisk

I am sorry to hear what happened to you.  Never, ever, give a deposit.  Think with the big head, not the small head.  If she can't see u without a deposit, time to move on.  There are many many other ladies who are wonderful and do not require a deposit.  I have been in the biz for over 20 years.  Not once, have I given a deposit.

Sorry this happened to you.

...also post your warning on those regional boards about Ash Cash & Dash.

i think TER should have a splash page with the notice .....  do not send Deposits  nor provide personal info.      

really this topic has been discussed countless times.   most companies that ask for deposits allow you to either get refund or apply to a new date.   and you dont have to just "take their word on it"    

in the past i have pre paid 3 different girls .. 2 of which i knew very well ...  when it came time for them to honor it .. suddenly  it was .. oh that was a gift .. or i don't remember that   etc etc  

and if multi references from other established ladies isnt good enough then move on dont think twice.