I have setup an meeting with a provider that is well reviewed. This is my first time doing anything like this. How can I minimalize the risk of LE? Thanks.

by about 99% of the game by going to a well reviewed provider.

Now, to further protect yourself, read the Newbie Manual and learn how to comport yourself while you are out and about hobbying.

The list of dos and don'ts is formidable, but to recap a few:

Don't call her on your cell phone from the lobby.  Step outside and be in an inconspicuous place.

Don't be holding the envelope in your hands, ditto for presents, etc.  If they are large, put them in a large shopping bad.

In short, don't do anything that could possible call attention to yourself or be constued as suspicious activity lest you tip off someone who might notify LE.

Now, relax and enjoy.

If she is well-reviewed, the risk is minimal.

There is even less of a risk if she comes to visit you (outcall) as it really isn't worth LE's time to follow around a provider and bust everyone she goes to see. They prefer to set up stings or catch clients on their way out from seeing a provider at a hotel.

Everything else you can do is just common sense. If you are seeing her in a hotel, look like a guest and carry some luggage with you. Don't ever send explicit texts to her. Erase her number from your phone every time you talk (memorize her number if you need to). Be cautious, but don't be so cautious that you look suspicious. Don't stand around staring at your phone waiting for that second call. Try to time it so you don't have to loiter anywhere in fact. If the hotel has a bar, hang out there and have a drink.

If the provider happens to be working with LE (very rare but not unheard of) there really isn't much you can do. You can minimize the chances any charges will stick if you avoid talking about money and any sex acts, at least until you are 100% sure she is not with LE. I'm not a fan of the "white envelope". Carrying a white envelope with a few hundred dollars in cash in it makes it kind of obvious what you are up to. If you are going to use an envelope, put the money in it at the last moment.

And in the event you are confronted by LE, DON'T SAY ANYTHING TO THEM. If they want to arrest you, they will arrest you. Let your lawyer do the talking.

Just pretend you are meeting your girlfriend..Don't do stupid things that common sense would tell you...Relax and have that girlfriend attitude and you'll be fine my man.

negotiation?Is negotiation out of the Q?

Negotiating is frowned upon very  much.  Your are not going to enjoy yourself if the lady feels slighted during the whole appointment.  

If negotiating is so important and such an issue for you, maybe you need to find a cheaper hobby.

Thanks for responding. I looked at the  Acronyms and Newbies Manual http://www.theeroticreview.com/discussion_boards/viewmsg.asp?MessageID=27659&boardID=3 as well There was lots of good information. I am still a little nervous but that will keep me cautious witch is good.

but there are plenty of ladies at varying price points...  Find one in your range.  You may have to save up for a date...  I do.
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Never EVER talk sex for money. I use two tricks with new dates that seem to work for me. First, when I knock on her door (incall) I greet her with a hug and a kiss. When things are moving along and she asks me to get comfortable, I'll strip down to my boxers and put my keys, cellphone, chewing gum and money (her donation) in one spot on her dresser. She will see and say nothing also. When the date is over, I always seem to "forget" my money (silly me) on her dresser when I leave and gather up my other stuff.

I have also excused myself and asked to use her restroom at the beginning of the date and I will leave her donation in the bathroom. When I come out I tell her I'm sorry, I seemed to have clogged up your sink when I washed my hands. She will look surprised and run into the bathroom and see the sink is fine but some $$ are left on the sink top. She will come out of the bathroom with a big smile and say "I fixed it hun" and the game is on.

Be safe.

SR

Here, pretty much yes. If it's more about the chase than the price for you, then go to Nevada's legal brothels and enjoy. However, I'd like to see you get the rates there (in the big ones) that you do here.