It seems unrealistic to expect massage rates to remain constant. I‘m not thrilled by rising rates, but if the market allows it, then it makes sense for providers to take advantage of the market, especially in places like NYC and SF where many providers—regardless of temporary rent decreases—are still facing precarious financial circumstances. Perhaps rates will drop again if enough clients stop hiring more expensive providers, but even that is hard to predict.
And to be clear, I’m not trying to attack or offend anyone. I’m just thinking out loud about the volatile, unpredictable market conditions we’re all facing as M4M massage clients in certain cities.