I don't care how many reviews you have or how long you have been around. I always require recent references and I always check them out. Reviews hold a certain comfort zone but not total. Old references as well . . . In these circumstances personal info is a must. As well as a well searched recent alert check on your name . . .good boys can turn bad So can good girls!......
I have technically been an indie about 9 months . . but I am a fast learner If you say "I saw so in so last week" and I know her you are golden. If you say "I saw so in so last year" she better be on target in memory (which that is rare) and validity otherwise you better get ready for a newbie screening!
There are those providers that do not screen well and do not require these things. Rest asure you may see them but legitimate, tight screening, safe girls will NOT allow you to use them as a reference. Some girls don't give references due to lack of technology, time or desire to "give away" clients. Pick a reputable provider who is unselfish and will provide a good reference after a screening and you may enter the world of hidden treasure