New to the hobby

[BigDeal]

I want to chime in but can't because if Katiforyou's avatar pic...I try and then I just start to stare and drool....

[Unique_Carpenter]

Well BD, if you see her in person, will you fall out of your shoes as well?

seahound, two of KC's pro gals have mentioned the key issues.
Have fun, and as a newbie, you will be screened heavily.

So, your current objective is to find a gal that we all trust, let them do their heavy newbie screening, and have a fun date.

So where can you find a pro gal you can trust?
Coincidentally, a couple have posted in this thread.

[HotKinkyCougar]

1) Get a disposable phone number, I suggest Google voice you can keep the app on your phone it doesn't look suspicious you can uninstall it and reinstall it your conversation stay there... You can text from it and make phone calls.. You pick a new phone number that's not affiliated with your life .
..never use your personal phone number!


2) If she seems too good to be true and has no references...then she is.

3) Always look for references.. ECCiE.. TER.. p411 .. OH2 stay safe

4) Only play with established providers.

5) Upon entering the room... set it on the desk, so it's out of your mind and it's out of hers. Don't have those conversations When you get to the room ..
.... You already know where to find that info

6) If it feels sketchy it probably is

[ReubenShowalter]

Originally Posted by HotKinkyCougar

6) If it feels sketchy it probably is

This would be my advice as well. Go with your gut...always. If something feels off, abort.

[victoryformation]

If you employ mongering street smarts and only hookup with providers who check these 4 boxes:
1) Website
2) Reviews
3) Teaser video
4) High-end hotel
(By definition, they are true professionals!)
And, it's going to be smooth sailing ... 99.999% of the time!

[Verified]

Originally Posted by seahound

I am getting into the hobby and needing to be discreet. I am getting a lot of requests to do a video chat to verify before setting up a time to meet. Is this common?

P411 is your new best friend.

[victoryformation]

Like I've said ...employ mongering street smarts!
i.e.
Make yourself a student of the game!
Peruse websites.
Assiduously read reviews.
Learn how to separate the wheat from the chaff!
Learn how to connect the dots!
(Know that EA and STG ... are filled with low-information, f##k-anybody providers!)
And more importantly ... know that LE uses them for entrapment ads to lure unsuspecting mongers in order to conduct their busts!