Originally Posted by
4FoW2
Independents particularly those who advertise on Locanto are notorious for rip offs - that's why many won't bother with them.Over the years I have been screwed literally in many different situations to do with "service providers" both here and overseas.
Now I'm not trying to be Mr Hero BUT you have to play hard ball with these people if they try it on.
Firstly if it looks dodgy walk. Be wary Chinese and older MILF types. Before you hand over big money negotiate what your paying for and don't just say a massage and a handjob. Have a few specific questions of your requirements. If they balk = walk.
Now if they start with the BS this is where you need balls. Call their bluff, mention Police, a few friends you have, I have "accidentally" knocked something over. Tell them you want no trouble just give some money back. If they try to call your bluff then stand your ground - "so who is going to call the Police me or you?"
These scammers don't want Law Enforcement knowing their "business" so they will soon back down. They have got more to loose than you. You got to have the balls to hold tight and that is not easy sometimes. I have never been in a situation where a standover man appears and there is trouble.
Now this is my advice with independents ..shops are different. Remember most seasoned punters won't go near independents due to a history of rip offs and bait and switch. If I do go independent I usually expect to walk and have a back up plan. My estimation = 5% success.
Just my thoughts
PS read the report about service provider at McGregor by Angry Bird yesterday - you're not the only one friend