do2dont2000 in the post below said something I wanted to make a topic in the post below, that he doesn't see gals if no reviews in the last 6 months.

I wouldn't see a gal with no reviews in 6 months, unless I had seen her before.

I look at many things prior to embarking on an encounter, however I will freely admit that the reviews and their perceived validity is a very important factor for many reasons.  This topic has been discussed so many times that I will refrain from rehashing it now.

I had 3 reviews total last year and 2 of those 3 aren't even local. Thank goodness VanNess came in and saved the day for me lol Otherwise it would indeed appear as if I had dropped off the planet. And it's not even solely because I'm low volume. Some guys just don't write reviews and I never, ever ask (unless its for a duo). 95% of my clients don't write reviews. They sure do read them though

Some girls pride themselves on reviews; the more the better.  Others don't..or maybe they only ask trusted ppl to review them.  And some hobbyists aren't ter members, and wld never write reviews to protect their privacy.

Reviews are just a small part of the overall process.
If a provider has not had any reviews recently I simply contact them and the locals to discuss.
Some of the best around simply don't ask or want reviews once they are established.
Some plainly state on their website that they don't accept reviews any longer.
I actually find that the personal website and personal contact are much more revealing.

Well said...and very true in my experiences.

If there is a good review history, but nothing real current I look to see if her web site (if she has one) has been kept current and refreshed.  Also, if she is active on the boards here that counts.  And if she advertises currently that's good.  If she has a P411 account and signs in regularly that's a good sign.  Of course if I've seen her before and am still able to contact her that obviously works.

to get their answer.

a brilliant point!

A few of those were from regulars who updated old reviews from the past.  Many gents simply, do not write reviews.  Yes, I am still active, but very low volume because my life is busy, so it limits my playtime.  Your choice, but as elitegray has pointed out you could be missing out on a good time with an excellent provider.

I personally see regular clients more so thus I do not get a new review that often.

Thanks for posting this Elitegray.

There are providers that won't see folks who haven't seen someone over a period of time.  I have seen
provider websites that say they don't accept references from BP ladies. I have heard providers say they won't give a reference if they haven't seen you over X period of time.  Yes, it could be the Activities of Daily Living the reason you may not have current reviews.  It could be other things as well.

So for those of us who are relatively new to this; How would you know about these wonderful ladies without some type of marketing? I have met a few women through BP but mostly see ladies who I have read about here or who post ads or follow the boards.  
JC

So if I look at my TER profile, I've not done much in the past 6 months, but that does not paint the whole picture.  As it has been pointed out, some ladies prefer not to be reviewed.  One I see on a very regular basis,(almost weekly) and as recently as this morning.  No review there either.  

just saying that just because no reviews...Doesn't mean we are not available.

I have not posted a review for some time, but am active in the hobby. I spent some time in Toronto and Montreal and had a wonderful time there with several beautiful ladies but I did not post reviews. I have been fortunate to recently spend time with our local beautiful women but have not left any reviews. My reasons are both to be more UTR and to rspect the wishes of the ladies. What I have found is that since I have not posted any recent reviews the screening can be a bit more rigorous, which I expect and welcome. Does the lack of recent reviews by a client have an impact on wbo you will see? Should i be posting a bit more frequently? We all need to be cautious these days, but recent reviews or not, there is plenty of fun to be shared!

From through this thread it is clear that there are many top-notch providers with little to no recent reviews. In these cases, it is clearly up to the hobbyist to make the necessary research.  

...aren't that important to me. I am rather particular and I find reviews to be an important tool in researching new ladies. I do look for some evidence that she is currently active before contacting a new provider. This could be ad postings, forum comments, P411 activity, or recent reviews. I would never consider a lack of recent reviews as a negative.

.... only want 1 or 2 new ones a year to keep/feel current.