I think my post was pretty clear
[QUOTE=Zingie;3410370]Let's not delude ourselves into thinking that the girls are dictating the prices in the different markets.[/QUOTE]While I proposed a number of possible variables, and noted that others may have additional theories, my conclusion was that efforts to analyze the various markets are probably a fool's errand, at best.
Instead, as I also clearly pointed out, the best a hobbyist can aspire to is to figure out a way to navigate the market, such as it is, in a way that works for him.
I think we are in agreement
[QUOTE=Zingie;3411754]I'm not disputing the DC rates are high. I am saying those girls that are holed up in FCCC, HCCC, with lotusflowerz etc are not dictating prices, management is. Yes, DC area can be more expensive to operate, but they are not operating out of expensive hotels. The Chinese crews operate out of apartments, where the monthly rent is more than made up in one day. Cost isn't in the risk, because of how they operate. The risk is to the girls, not to management.[/QUOTE]Whether it's management or individual providers the costs here in DC is disproportionately higher than other markets, for whatever reason. The bigger thing is they are getting what they ask for. I found myself paying $$ recently for a girl in DC that advertised in Minnesota for 2. 5. If I had rtff I would have known better and sought her out in another city.