Is there anyone that uses escort agencies or referral services? I know some girls who are interested in working but do not know how to go about it the independent way and need more guidance, like drivers (if they dont have a car) or bookers. I was thinking of starting something with a few girls who do not want to be independent and was wondering if you think anyone would go see them? Real photos of course and no outlandish prices. I am however independent and love it!!

Maybe someone will PM you or try the Provider's only forum.

There are reputable agencies, at least in my area. I don't know if there are any in LA, but I'm SURE there are scam ones there.

Running an agency opens ones self to far more risk than the typical misdemeanor solicitation exposure.

-- Modified on 3/29/2008 6:08:36 PM

Somebody with only 1 review might be getting ahead of herself.  Proceed with caution.

The reason I am thinking of this is because I have worked with an agency previously and I know how the operation works, so eventhough I only have 1 review on TER (there are great discussions about me on TZ) I know the ins and outs of an agency, as I worked as a provider and a booker with an agency and decided I could do it all myself and not split half of my earnings trying to upsell. Soooo I became independent.

It would be more like a group of girlfriends on one site under one organizational name helping each other out with booking and driving, and advertising.

There's a problem with a group of ladies who help each other... b/c what if one gets arrested and she talks?  She could potentially give everyone away.  I'm more worried about LE than getting beaten up.  Or maybe I've just been really lucky so far.

Proceed with Extreme caution.
It sounds oh too simple, what you maybe are not seeing is the law is different in this case.
And mostly, not everyone will be as cautious as you are. When you ad more people to the mix it gets more complicated.

with proper screening  and references from well reviewed ladies of the Gentleman you are hoping to see, you will have NO Worries.
Be Cautious, and be Smart...and above Anything else...Listen to your Gut.
Know yourself and your intuitions. I have to say, they are always right.
If you have a feeling it's not wise, for whatever reason, turn down the appt.
You may not know why, but if it makes you uncomfortable, I say it's not worth it.

-- Modified on 3/30/2008 3:19:17 PM

That was great advice. Thank you so much sweetnicole, you are right LE, screening, and the drivers will be able to protect a girl. Anyway I just wanted some good feedback, maybe its not such a good idea afterall.

which is what you are doing when you become responsible for and / or partnered with others, you need to have a hard, cold area in your heart just so you can protect yourself.  If you don't have that, don't earn it the hard way by rolling these dice at this time in your life.  Your profile puts your age at 18-20, and if that is even close, you are probably not stone cold enough to do what your thinking.  Providing is one thing in the eyes of LE, Pandering is another, more harsh kick in the guts.

I think a "cold hard place in my heart" would change who I am as a person and in this business...I see it differently. Maybe we mean the same thing but not. I do think you need to be seasoned in the way that you are not to fall under the illusions of what can come with this business. Maturity and Experience to keep a level head in situations that can be complicated and taxing on the heart. The ability to keep it seperate and balanced. But not cold hearted in any way. I find my success in this business is my warm heartedness. My ability to be able to share myself in many ways with my Gentlemen even for a short time. Most men I have seen are missing that in their lives, that Passion and the connection. They crave to be Desired and to be with one who is sensative to their needs and not just their physical needs. To be coldhearted would take too much away from who I am.
To be mature, and level headed enough to seperate this from the rest of my life, that I am afraid comes with time and experience.

-- Modified on 3/31/2008 4:59:40 AM

I was talking about running an agencý or even "managing" some friends, which is what she's thinking about. When you start putting your life in the hands of others, who may not be as dilligent about safety, silent with LE, or any other ways they can screw you over, you have to have that piece of coldness that let's you deal with a possible friends or "associates" screwing you over.  Chances are, she doesn't have it at age 18 - 20.

thats very true...having a business head about her is sooo nessisary and I believe you are correct. I know it adds to many dynamics to the mix. To many different personalities. I would not want to be in someone elses hands. You may think you know someone and if all was on the "up and up" it still would be very risky to partner with anyone. But when you ad certain things as...this is a legal issue, it gets even more so complicated.

I do agree with you on many levels of your argument and/or point about putting my life in the hands of others, but I do not see the need to have a cold heart towards others or the business. Those in this business who have cold hearts are pimps and I was only interested in doing this as a group of girls. Every group needs someone who acts as a leader in some way, but I do not have to be the sole leader or organizer of an Agency type situation. More/less all of us with help each other out w/booking, driving, and watching out for each other. No one would be working with me. I guess I started this topic wrong. As far as trust goes, I do believe that will be some girls who are smart enough to know when and when not to deflect. I am not cold-hearted, but I am definitely business oriented, intelligent and mature for my age. I just turned 19 years old this year and am finishing up my 3rd year at one of the top universities in California and the US, moved out on my own when I was 16 and took care of my sister who is 10 years younger than I am. Maybe I went overboard here I don't know, but I digress. Thanks for comments.

My first indication that you have your shit together was when you were willing to seek some input for such a hard choice, and then obviously listen to it and respond.  I too, was ahead of my time when I left home at 17, and started making my life.  The only thing that I was trying to get at was that it takes a hard PLACE in your heart (not a hard heart) that you can reach into to when you have to look your friend in the eye and say no, or get out, or, worse, "you're on your own"  when she goes off the deep end.  The more friends that you bring in, the more chances you have to be screwed.

This is not, on the business side, a book store or something like that.  It's an illegal enterprise with an marketplace that includes some extremely bad people along with the good.

Very good advice. In fact perfect advice. You are a breath of fresh air and it's great to see you have this young ladies back if only from a "commenting on the board" stand point. Good for you whom ever you are!