[QUOTE=Steak404;2448776]A couple of things to keep in mind. From their perspective:
1) You don't get what you don't ask for -- hence the crazy high starting prices -- who knows they might snag a rich guy that really doesn't care about "market value" -- on the other hand they mind not get much action.
2) Many gals are new - - they don't know what their "market value" really is. They are conditioned by media stories that glamorize "Sugar Daddy" relationships as well as the "averages" and examples sites like SA use in their blog, etc.
Ask them about their prior experiences. Many of them will confide they really don't have any. Tell them "in the past when I've had an arrangement like this, typically I've done xyz".
3) Unlike the escort world where negotiating listed rates is frowned upon by many women, it is a very normal and accepted part of the Sugar world. Be tactful of course but don't discard someone just because they have crazy "list prices"
Listen to what they say. What are they really looking for?
Also keep in mind, being a gentleman goes a long way. A nearly universal comment I've heard from younger women is guys their age don't know how to treat a lady.
Ultimately you want to make the gifts only a portion of what you bring to the table. The only way they see that is by meeting and interacting with you.
Some of my best relationships started after she'd met a couple of other guys (sometimes for a M&G, sometimes for more) and realized that I was the least creepy of the guys she'd met.[/QUOTE]I suppose it all goes to supply and demand. This is excellent advice especially in areas of low availability or for anyone looking to upgrade. My area is the opposite. I never invest the extra time to "maybe" breakdown or negotiate with a GPS girl. Especially in person.
Like you or someone said in earlier posts, there is an investment of time that can outstrip the dollars spent. Unfortunately I don't have the time but I do have the abundance of new girls coming on to the market on a regular basis. If I could ever make the time I would definitely consider it to land a hottie that is in need of a more balanced relationship.