If I can't figure out what she charges?
[QUOTE=FunHobby69;2384551]In a perfect world, us hobbyists would be able to read an advertisement and if necessary supplement it with some research on this forum and have all answers to our expectations known without having to ask questions thus creating a record in the form of tex or phone conversation recorded. But that is often not the case as some SPs do not list donations. So I ask the forum as part of my never ending quest for better self insurance, how does one arrive at a meeting of the minds with the lady in advance so that proper Mario coinage is present in one's pocket if there is no discussion in this area. What is the trick? I don't want to bring a bank and risk getting rolled? Also, I may not want to see a SP if it is, in fact, going to break the bank. If the donation is not clear from advertisement or research, how does one go about (exactly) acquiring the knowledge without some discussion that can be used against you? I've thought using a burner phone that is not traceable allows for the flow of info in a protected way. But many providers have a two call system which means that burner becomes a liability cause you got to carry it to the event, even if you leave it in the car. Unfortunately, I haven't mastered the volcun mind meld during mish (vmish) to know the unspoken donation to leave as a tip after the deed for time only. Any advise would be appreciated. FH69.[/QUOTE]I consider that a red flag and I don't like red flags. So, if it takes a tremendous amount of effort to figure out the answer then I cross her off my list.
I have no idea, but here is what I do
I am with you, I really appreciate when a SP lists donations in the ad. I know what to expect. But all too often she doesn't. So, I ask this way, "If a gentleman wanted to make a donation to your favorite charity, what amount would you suggest?
I have no idea if that skirts the law enough but it seems to me it comes pretty damn close.
I am hoping some other guys and gals chime in on this one, especially you ladies that don't list your suggested donation. How would you like us to ask about it?
C3.
[QUOTE=FunHobby69;2384551]In a perfect world, us hobbyists would be able to read an advertisement and if necessary supplement it with some research on this forum and have all answers to our expectations known without having to ask questions thus creating a record in the form of tex or phone conversation recorded. But that is often not the case as some SPs do not list donations. So I ask the forum as part of my never ending quest for better self insurance, how does one arrive at a meeting of the minds with the lady in advance so that proper Mario coinage is present in one's pocket if there is no discussion in this area. What is the trick? I don't want to bring a bank and risk getting rolled? Also, I may not want to see a SP if it is, in fact, going to break the bank. If the donation is not clear from advertisement or research, how does one go about (exactly) acquiring the knowledge without some discussion that can be used against you? I've thought using a burner phone that is not traceable allows for the flow of info in a protected way. But many providers have a two call system which means that burner becomes a liability cause you got to carry it to the event, even if you leave it in the car. Unfortunately, I haven't mastered the volcun mind meld during mish (vmish) to know the unspoken donation to leave as a tip after the deed for time only. Any advise would be appreciated. FH69.[/QUOTE]