starting a paysite but need a few pointers

[Toby]

Originally Posted by furrygirl

Toby: I'm not saying that the two aren't different beasts, but I disagree with the idea that being your own model is the cheap and easy way of starting a paysite. As for quality bought content, I'm not sure how much that runs per set, but I do know how much my outfits/props alone have cost, and I'd imagine they're more than comparable. (Ever been to a lingerie shop or seen the prices on quality toys?) Besides tangible costs, there's a whole additional world of work and hassle that comes with being your own content (from pedicures to tit jobs to potential stalkers to babysitters). From this side, the grass sure does look greener if you can just go shopping for the exact pics you want on a content provider's site.

Yes, I've been inside a few lingerie and adult toy shops, particularly during the 18 years I was married. I agree that those things aren't cheap if you want stuff that will last.

The cost comparison would depend on whether you were buying non-exclusive or exclusive content, and on just how specialized the niche. I think the cost of purchasing exclusive content is probably about a wash with the wardrobe, toys, props, etc. that you noted. Exclusive content is really a fairer comparison to the content you do yourself.

I don't think we're really all that far from being on the same page, just slightly different perspectives.

I'll toss you another curve, just cuz I think you can probably hit it. I make a comfortable living with no pay sites and I purchase almost no content. Other than my hosting, my expenses are minimal. That begs the question, why build a pay site to begin with?