Ok so I've always been interested in TS and have seen about 12 to date now over the past 6 months (all ethnicities/all levels of beauty and passability/all things done).  Here is my gut-check check list for all those that have been curious or are new to booking TS experiences....

1) If it's too good to be true...it probably is:  The whole looking for 'a chick with a d**k' thing is very very hard in terms of finding a truly passable beauty.  Most of the pics even on the higher end listing services like Eros are not real.  If the pic truly looks too much like a real chick she probably is (google image search is your friend or ask here on the boards if you can't find a review)

2) Photographer lighting wears off in person big time on the TS side:  A lot of pics that you might 'ooh and aah' about are not going to translate over well in your in-person visit in most cases.  A lot of TS pics are photoshopped with a great degree of professionalism (best angles, best lighting, etc).  In person, you may get more of a rougher and unpolished look that sometimes could be jarring so be prepared.  BIG HINT:  Always look through all of their pics....chances are they have posted a candid photo somewhere so you can get a true feel for what to expect in person

3) A good sign to tell if they are real: is to look for something peculiar about the face.  Maybe its just me but there is always something that makes you squint even about the most passable TSs out there.  If that signal doesnt go off when looking at a profile then in most cases it's probably a fake pic of a real chick

4) Another thing that you'll find is that TSs may and frequently do post pics of people (typically real chicks) who are 'close enough' to their look (reading reviews can clear that up easily).  I recently saw someone who had a lot of great reviews but everyone said it wasnt her but very close.  Those reviews were spot on and she was cute and very close to the pics she posted.  Sometimes they will mix pics of themselves and their true-female doppleganger just to keep you hooked.  Look for the little details

5) Be prepared for man-hands or man-feet:  Not to be rude but I've seen this in over 50% of my escapades....when the TS takes off her heals or stocking or whatever -- its quite possible that you're going to see some veiny strong looking hands or feet.  This may or may not be a turn-off for you -- but be prepared for it.  I've only met 2 totally passable and feminine TSs with feminine hands and feet

6) If you want to bottom...prepare yourself.  So if you're going to 'there' with a TS -- and you're a first timer.  You may want to buy a small dildo or butt plug and slightly work your way up over several days to weeks (and especially that day of) because going in unprepared and you're going to be in for a rude awakening of pain which may lead to an unpleasurable experience.  You may want to do some reading up in general on anal as well (what to expect -- what to be weary of - knowing that it shouldnt be a bang fest in most cases on both sides).  Taken calmly and coming in prepared can be a wonderful experience.  Going in fresh and its a hurt fest.

7) If you want to top....prepare yourself.  So if you're going to 'here' with a TS -- and you're a first timer for anal.  Just know that you just might see some dooky on your wrapper on the pull-out.

Those are my thoughts and hope this helps someone who was in my same position...curious but ready to pull the trigger.

I've met some incredible TSs that I have yet to review who have really raised the bar on my standards.

lol..."dooky", is that what they are calling it nowadays? Thanks for the "dooky" alert.

if this the items on this checklist are, for the most part true, then I guess Im outta here. If they aren't true, for the most part, I guess the ladies here will speak up.

Good post. Makes sense to me.

no self respecting provider should EVER offer Greek unless she has prepared and no gent should ask to be topped unless he has the respect to come already freshly "douched"(or arrange to enema at her in- call)...amazing how many watch Greek scenes in straight/gay/TS porn and don't realize the effort the actors go through to be thoroughly ready for deep and sometimes intense anal sex/play..."dooky" can be a deal breaker...especially for a provider on tour, as she now has the dilemma of trying to get new sheets from house keeping, get the stench out of her room or off her body so she could possibly work after...so, don't take anyone's advise that "shit happens" when you have rendezvous, because no quality provider would allow herself to ruin an encounter for her gentleman...there are many informative sites for anal enthusiasts(written from the straight M/F perspective)...also gents, don't see a provider if you've defecated and have not properly showered after doing so, have heard horror stories even from GG providers that have wanted to throw up when going down on a gent or he has scooted across the bed to get up after and have left a disgusting streak across the sheet...the uncleanliness of a client will create a glass ceiling to both of your enjoyment(could be the reason why a prior rendezvous did not go well or was rushed)...sad that grownups have to discuss the obvious, but hope this helps...also have attached an informative site...dfk, Rachel

Yes. Research and experience with ex-GF. One cannot always know.

But, other things also bother me and I'm gonna play it safe. Thanx.

I am a newbie looking for my first TS experience
I appreciate the opening thread comment as well as TS Rachel's observations
I have seen a femail provider for a number of strapon sessions and find it easier and easier to work my way up to a realistic sized cock

I have also worked harder iin preparing and cleaning out before a session

Thanks for the adivce and observations
Now to figure out how to do more research on TS providers

That's why I went in with an open mind and no expectations...didn't think that would be fair to me or the provider. I've been with three TS ladies and I found beauty in all three of them...one incredibly feminine and the other two to a lesser degree but I never once felt like I was with a guy or a lumberjack haha...the experiences were unique and wonderful. I think something important for other newbies is that you can't expect it to be like a GG (or even a GG with a strapon if you're a receiver)...just go in with the thought that you are exploring your own sexuality.  There are masculine females, feminine males and everything in between...it's not like compute code and either 0 or 1 but rather like a number line without endpoints.  Find what you like and enjoy and as always if you treat everyone as you want to be treated you'll have more good experiences than bad.