HELP! Meeting a provider as a newbie
I just joined HX as a newbie, and I got a Tracfone to act as my hobby phone. I'm trying to get references from two providers so I can use them to get into the K orgs without revealing my identity.
I've messaged two providers who claim to be newbie-friendly, but they've both told me they require deposits from Level 0 users. They're both very reputable, but I don't want to tie any of my bank accounts to the Tracfone in order to send deposits. And there's always the scam risk.
I'm sure my fellow hobbyists have dealt with this before. And for those who paid the deposit, how did you pay?
And are there any newbie-friendly providers who don't force me to pay a deposit or give any identifiable info?