visa or mc

[Ice4fun 78407]

Maybe big brother will want to join in....lol

 

In the spirit of equality let's go with Big Sister.....i kinda like the MFF imagery better..lol

[Ann Gallerie 7910]

Hypothetically speaking, of course, as you know, PayPal is used to process debit and credit card transactions. The payer would provide something tangible,and provides a receipt indicating that it was received in good order, no refunds. This happens all the time on eBay.

 

There is both a CC fee and a PayPal fee, which is a consideration. However it is a way to get clients to commit and pay in advance.

 

This works well on larger transactions, and with someone you trust. It does not work so well on smaller transactions, or someone who is a PITA, because they may haggle over the PayPal refund. The signed receipt may offer some recourse, but as usual, it's the small amounts that are the biggest problem.

 

I am exploring less tenuous CC methods. You can also use Interac Internet Transfer, which is instant and anonymous.

 

I am also exploring alternate payment methods, such as cc's and bitcoin.

 

Retailers have known for years that if you offer these services, you can make a bigger sale.

 

Don't forget however that whereever there is a trail, our good friends at CRA are right behind us. A transaction of +$10,000CAD is a red flag. Be prepared to explain any trails on your income tax.

[50 Shades Raven 31380]

I agree with Ann Gallerie on this, PayPal utilizes user fees plus a transaction fee, therefore 1) a reason I don't use it, and 2) PayPal won't let anyone use their services if it is adult based (such as this).

 

I took the time to set up an actual merchant account, and I have a 'register terminal' directly on my phone, just like restaurants that have mobile transaction machines.

I can swipe your card directly on my phone, and you sign directly on my phone screen.

 

I do prefer to use this method for booking to take deposits, but I can also take debit cards, and there is always the trusted interac services which are highly popular.

 

Having a gentleman utilize this booking method ensures his time is committed to by me, and that he is dedicated to actually showing up.

We all know there are some unscrupulous ones out there that love to 'book' and don't show.

 

I find this a great way to offer more choice to gentlemen, yes there is a paper trail, just like any other transactions, but there are ways to remedy this. My transactions are set up with sku codes and detailed information that makes sense if an SO happens to check the CC bills.

If a gentleman is unsure if he wants to use a CC, I offer debit, interac transfer, but there is always the great standby of cash.

 

I do pay a small fee for having this convenience, but to me it's worth it. I also pay taxes on all the income, but I do get advantages from that also.

 

The choice is always up to the gentleman, but having the ability to give a choice of method of payment to him is awesome.

[Regent 35404]

Paypal is a really bad option for sex workers. Not only are you not allowed to use Paypal for adult services, but they have been known to shut down sex workers' accounts and freeze the funds even if the account has never been used for work related payments and purchases.

 

For SPs looking at payment options, this might be helpful: http://missfreudianslit.tumblr.com/post/73352410012/sex-work-approved-payment-options

[Ann Gallerie 7910]

There are several ways to have transactions with someone else without revealing your name. Paypal is a good one, and although they charge 2.9%, it is totally anonymous.

 

Western Union means knowing the providers name, but I have heard of her using a middle name married name etc. to get around this.

 

You can also do an interac transfer to an email address.

 

And then there is the loaded credit card.

 

These are best suited for big transactions, such as if you have an arrangement.

 

When it gets really big, get a safety deposit box and keep filling it!

 

The big issue for the provider is declaring where that money comes from. My accounts are set up for purchasing items.

 

To be perfectly honest its no big deal. If someone wants to dodge taxes, that's one thing, But if this is declared by the provider - perhaps under a different title - she also gets access to a lot of benefits.

 

So, you bought some harmless things on Paypal from me -no big deal.