Can't remember If this already mentioned.
When client asks me HOW much does the taxi cost I'm not a cab firm to know rates the cab firm tell you.
I'm an Outcall escort. That questions peeves me off always asked when I've given my address where I'm to be collected.
If he is worried about the taxi fare, I would be worried about receiving my compensation.
Just lately I have started requesting that I take a £50 deposit for time and trouble. It's made things a bit quieter but I have found that the serious ones respect it ( I always ask them to see my feedback, to know I'm not bogus) but it saves soooo much time.
In my opinion, if a guy is serious about seeing you, he will do it.