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I don't have this problem any more now that I deal with pro models from agencies but I used to have this problem all the time when I hired amateur models. I solved it when I gave them 3 choices.
1. Pay a $100 deposit and get double that back when they showed up. Yes it costs me an extra $100 but it's worth it to know she'll show up.
2. Agree to be held liable for all film crew and location costs if she doesn't show up. This would be a bugger to enforce but at least she thinks twice about not showing up.
3. Leave something of value as colateral which she will sacrifice if she doesn't show up. Usually a watch, ear rings, ID, etc.
Giving them 3 choices they'll at least find one option agreeable. Most pick the third option. The ones that balk at this are the ones that will flake out anyway so might as well weed them out now.
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