rumpleforeskiin said:
Oh, I get it, like how you often insert dumb comments after I post or how often you review SPs?
GG
Devilish nudges rates up to $180/hour!!!
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Oh, I get it, like how you often insert dumb comments after I post or how often you review SPs?
GG
rumpleforeskiin I see General Gonad making statements that are generalizations or to be taken as such and issuing them as his opinion. No where does he state that these are facts.
They are akin to your own following statement
Neither are factual statements !
They are akin to your own following statement
as I then ask you, how do you know this as fact ? Have you seen any of these persons Income Tax returns after submission to the government ?
Neither are factual statements !
rumpleforeskiin said:
Don't forget about the guys that have blown their so-called 'fortune' in this hobby.
GG
General Gonad & Rumpleforeskiin,
Must every thread devolve into a discussion of absolute statements and snipes at each other?
Rumpleforeskiin, once again, this is an internet discussion forum, where we typically assume IMO (In My Opinion) to all posted statements. GG used the word "Typical" to mitigate the absoluteness of his statement. If you question if it is an opinion or a fact, ask him, then let it go.
General Gonad, in a discussion of a price increase, is it on-topic to discuss those who have "lost their fortune", or the frequency of Rumpleforeskiin's reviews?
It's getting old.
M4
Must every thread devolve into a discussion of absolute statements and snipes at each other?
Rumpleforeskiin, once again, this is an internet discussion forum, where we typically assume IMO (In My Opinion) to all posted statements. GG used the word "Typical" to mitigate the absoluteness of his statement. If you question if it is an opinion or a fact, ask him, then let it go.
General Gonad, in a discussion of a price increase, is it on-topic to discuss those who have "lost their fortune", or the frequency of Rumpleforeskiin's reviews?
It's getting old.
M4
I was in Montreal last week and I was surprised to see that most of the passangers in the airplane were either Canadians or Japanese. My experience on two flights (US to Canada and back) is limited, but it was unlike anything that I have noticed in past. In the past, most travellers were from USA. I think it is safe to assume that SP industry in Canada will see that the US customer demand has dropped.
While US dollars has fallen, the cost of living in Canada (excluding SPs) is still high compared that to USA. For example, I paid $65 from Airport to Day Inn in downtown and the usual $40 from Day's Inn back to airport. The rates are in Canadian dollars excluding the tips.
As far as agencies raising the cost is concerned, I think that these agencies are testing price sensitivity of demand. The SP that I saw on my trip mentioned that a lot of SPs are attracted to Ottawa and Toronto because they can make more in those cities. Anecdotally, it is likely that SPs are asking the agency owners to offer higher hourly rate (to match that of Ottawa) and owners have no choice but to increase rates. This might just be a temporary thing, and only time will tell if such rates will hold in the long run.
While US dollars has fallen, the cost of living in Canada (excluding SPs) is still high compared that to USA. For example, I paid $65 from Airport to Day Inn in downtown and the usual $40 from Day's Inn back to airport. The rates are in Canadian dollars excluding the tips.
As far as agencies raising the cost is concerned, I think that these agencies are testing price sensitivity of demand. The SP that I saw on my trip mentioned that a lot of SPs are attracted to Ottawa and Toronto because they can make more in those cities. Anecdotally, it is likely that SPs are asking the agency owners to offer higher hourly rate (to match that of Ottawa) and owners have no choice but to increase rates. This might just be a temporary thing, and only time will tell if such rates will hold in the long run.
Big Daddy said:
I was just in Montreal last month. The cab fare was fixed at $35 Canadian, Airport to Downtown, HDLM. Has that changed too?
happygolucky said:
Don't know. When this cab driver asked me for $65, I paid. I knew that it was too much, but I was in no mood for arguing. Besides I did not know what to say? When I returned and my cab fair was $40, I knew for sure that I was screwed.
ZoneAlarm said:
If the market will support a higher rate it will rise, but not so sure. Even being someone hat has not been there since May 2006 I feel this way. I think America is/was a major factor in Canadian economy. No doubt currency exchange and fuel costs will affect things. I am sure it will. Good luck to establishments that raise rates during low season with tougher exchange rates for people from America.
Montreal Moose said:
I wouldn't worry about any rate increases...the winter blues are right around the corner.
GG
Speaking of Japanese who seem to pay the highest price for everything...
Heard a funny "rule" for them in Thailand. It is the 2-3-4 rule. 2 inches, 3 minutes, 4,000 baht ($120 which is a huge rip off). I have read that many find it true. I am just relaying the message, not making this up.
Heard a funny "rule" for them in Thailand. It is the 2-3-4 rule. 2 inches, 3 minutes, 4,000 baht ($120 which is a huge rip off). I have read that many find it true. I am just relaying the message, not making this up.
On this bright Sunny day...
This is a thread of great significance because it provides a full range of resources from predatory income method pricing (P.I.M.P.) and persuasive advert, through to the concepts of giffen good (G.G.) and buffer stock scheme (B.S.s.), in other words, "stuff" of paramount importance anyone with a pulse and a stiffie should study diligently while the Chairman of Hobbyland is turning this market into a tizzy (or was that "into a sunny"?)
This is a thread of great significance because it provides a full range of resources from predatory income method pricing (P.I.M.P.) and persuasive advert, through to the concepts of giffen good (G.G.) and buffer stock scheme (B.S.s.), in other words, "stuff" of paramount importance anyone with a pulse and a stiffie should study diligently while the Chairman of Hobbyland is turning this market into a tizzy (or was that "into a sunny"?)
Hi i have an Agency Hunted treasures and I totally back up Devilish in their price range cause i charge the same price and wouldn't to charge less..Look for me and my friends to entertain you and totally agree with the screening of the undesired Hourray!!thanks for evoluting this profession into a grat direction
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the infamous said:In my business if you paid $180.00 you would be getting a great deal.
OMG, not another lawyer!
GG
This same ridiculous debate happened when Asservissante went from $140 to $160...Big f'n deal, it's $20, suck it up and live with it.
Special K said:
I am not debating the merits of the rate increase but I am wondering why they didn't bother announcing it.
GG
P.S. Obviously there are some MAJOR cheapskates out there who convulse every time rates go up.
When you talk about American businessmen remember that many live in cities where these Montreal agency rates are ridiculously cheap!
Think New York City, Chicago, or LA....
Ronnie,
Naughtylady
Think New York City, Chicago, or LA....
Ronnie,
Naughtylady
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