The reality is, gentlemen, that with the real estate market as out of whack as it is, it is almost impossible for a single new independent to run a downtown in call in the desirable areas of town. That means that whether she is independent or not, at least part of that escort's fee goes right into someone else's pocket. Whether it is based upon an hourly rate or a percentage, it's part of the cost of doing business as an escort, & reflected in her rate.
Do you love your SP in lacy lingerie & sky high heels like in her photographs? Have you taken a stroll through Victoria's Secret (or Agent Provocateur?!?) lately & had a look at what a single outfit might cost her? Have a look!
https://www.agentprovocateur.com/int_en/sale While we are on the subject of photos & advertising; any clue on what she's paid for those? It's not insignificant. Her hair? Her nails? Her beautifully made-up face & those full enhanced lips? It all takes time & money.
The final factor that plays in to the cost of doing business as an escort in Vancouver, & perhaps the reason you see touring women raising their rates when they come back to Vancouver a second time, is that this is perhaps the worst city in Canada for
No Call No Show bookings...few things that cause greater irritation than spending time & $$$ getting ready for an appointment that just dissolves into smoke. Worse still when you're still paying out for the space!
Just consider what you're asking about when you wish for lower rates; what would you give up to see the rate lowered?
(FWIW, I don't think the ad that the OP referenced is a real provider. I think it's a scam or a B & S. "Elegant & sophisticated" touring models know how to spell "Champagne" because they've seen it printed on menus & bottles...)
Merry everything,
EP