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MistressM 11151 reads
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MeaganLee11207 reads

As an independent provider, I would definately say "yes" it is wrong to negotiate a quoted donation. There are many ladies who post specials and I think if their donations were negotiable they wouldn't bother to post the specials in the first place. If you are refering to agency providers, however, I think we all know they are famous for negotiations.

Just my opinion...

Curious 19540 reads

Well Meagan, how about if someone would like to negotiate a "Volume Discount?"  Say, I will committ to see you 4 times a month, you can count on it, and plan on it ... what then?

This is not that different than what doctors and insurance companies, car manufacturers and car rental agencies, etc. etc. do.

Your thoughts?

MeaganLee10022 reads

Curious,

I hadn't thought about "volume discounts". Yes, I think in this situation it would be fine to ask if the provider is willing to  work out a deal of some sort with the client. Of course, this is provided they have already seen each other and both parties trust each other to a certain degree etc.

Mara8691 reads

I do not think it is wrong unless it is stated on the site which many do actually have it pointed out. If you are seeking a volume discount maybe you could say in the most tactful way that you are aware of the posted donation however what are the possibilities for this situation? I am sure the provider would not have a problem answering that question.
If this was being asked of me I would say .....let meet and have our first session and we can talk about other ideas you may have in person.
Also you can ask if their is a special for that mth yu may not have read about?
I think it is all in the delievery.
Kisses & licks......
Mara of San Diego

MistressM12507 reads

I have several clients I've worked out a deal with for repeat business, or I've given them the "special" price two weeks late or a discount because it's their birthday or a discount because I had a hole in my schedule and they rearranged THEIR schedule to fill it.

But for someone to start wheedling for a discount before they've even crossed my threshold. Too early, IMO. I figure if price is that much of an issue, they can wait as I regularly run specials.

MM

she ought to deal with hobbiests on case by case bases, specially new clients, as u never know who one might meet!
negotiating is NOT always a sure sign of being chincy or cheap. remember ... the art of the deal... is important to successul dealmakers.

MistressM11250 reads

by your statement: "u never know who one might meet!" I have certainly seen a variety of people from all walks of life but have very rarely been asked for a discount by a brand new client.

As I am massage only, my rates are already quite low ($150 or $120 when I'm running a special). When seeing repeat friends I have often extended special rates, offered extra half hours, extra pops, all sorts of things. I am a fair, friendly and sympathetic person so many things are within the realm of possibility.

I can only speak for myself here, but I feel any extra time or discounts should be offered at my discretion and not wheedled out of me by my client haggling with me the way one would buying goods from the street vendors in Tijuana. I know not only would I feel degraded, but it would certainly ruin the mood for me as well.

MM



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UDOGU,
Its the timing that is the issue. When is it wrong to negotiate? It is wrong to negotiate after there has been an agreed upon offer and acceptance as long as both parties have fairly represented themselves at the time.
I figure any extras are fair game to be negotiated after that.
Tired of Not Asking 4 Volume Discounts

timing of course is imperative. if you ask a provider through e-mail or phone before you ever meet, if they'd be willing to see you at a discounted price - they can say yes or no. to put up an imaginary wall that negotiation is unacceptable is wrong. trying to negotiate at the time of service is wrong, awkward and impolite. it is not an affront to a provider to negotiate and should not be considered so, unless of course a provider has explicitly stated “no negotiations” on her website or ad page. provider’s themselves have opened the door of negotiations based on the numerous ads on this board advertising specials. so, to ask for a negotiated price up-front is going to produce two results “yes or no.” most importantly though, is to remain polite and respectful of their answer as they deserve both. for these are the women of our dreams………….    

 

Guys, when a provider posts for her time what she is saying is if you want to meet this is what her time is worth. If you have never had the pleasure of meeting a particular woman, it is very wrong to ask for a break on her time. I could see after a while it may make sense if the two of you like hanging out together, but no way ever up front.
P.S. Hi M ;)

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