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Check out our targeted Matchmaking page (click link) read through the list to find the ones that operate in your area, most have a price range and a location they operate in so you can search accordingly. We recommend that you arrange to speak to at least 3-6 different matchmakers before making a decision because they all differ dramatically. The Questions you should ask are: Does everyone in their network pay. Is everyone personally vetted. What are the guarantees? For example do they guaranteed a certain amount of matches or do they guarantee a certain amount of introductions. What happens if they do not find you a partner in the duration of membership etc? Be clear about any hidden costs. Matchmaking services generally start at £2k-£3k for a six month membership. But usually the more popular and/or established matchmaking companies charge around £5k-£15K. 

Also it is important to ensure that you have a good rapport with the matchmaker you decide upon, because they are more likely to get you.  An experienced  matchmaker will be realistic about managing your expectations, don't be a swayed by matchmakers that promise you the earth, as it will be unlikely that they will be able to deliver on this promise. Try and trust the matchmakers suggestions. They are experienced at discovering the type of person that you will gel with, it is easier for matchmakers to look at the aspects that many singles overlook - remember a matchmaker is seeking a long term partner, where as subconsciously many clients are looking for someone that will satisfy their ego and this will lead only to disappointments and short term flings. It is possible to fall in love with someone that does not initially appeal from a photo or profile. So leaning on the matchmakers experience and encouragement will give you a much higher success rate. Book a free 10 minute call with SinglesCafe Dating experts to get more information to get you started on your search for the best matchmaker.

Dating apps can be a bit hit and miss. Check out the best dating apps out there is the UK on our dating app listing page. If you are dipping your toe into dating for the first time, a dating app could be very daunting, because there will always be people on apps that have reinvented themselves, or who are completely lying or trying to scam you. It could be they are already in a relationship and are just looking for extra curricular fun! So will lead you on and pretend to be looking for something more serious, when actually they are probably just seeking sex! Remember, there is nobody that dating app users need to be accountable to - if they behave badly they are unlikely to be reprimanded by the site owners or even kicked off. There are also overwhelmingly more men on dating apps - around 70/80% men to 30/20% women. So the most popular women will be inundated, but unsuitable men trying their luck, the more regular women and women over 40 will usually get overlooked and the men are all chasing the same small numbers of women! So few people actually end up being satisfied. There are some ways to beat the system. Chat to a dating coach (See our listings of dating coaches) or contact the SinglesCafe Dating experts for direction We give a 10 minute free call. 

Singles events  (Check out our singles events page and calendar of singles events) have one of the highest success rates, as meeting people in real life will always give you your best chances of meeting a partner. However, it is mostly women that attend, so many of the events will have a waiting list for women. So best to book up early. Some dating events organisers will have memberships, and give priority to members for each event, this is recommended. It is best to use a few different event organisers to see which types of networks you are likely to connect best with. Some events will accommodate non singles too so that singles do not feel too daunted about attending, they will just expect non singles to identify the fact they are just there for support. Fees vary enormously, the more exclusive events are always going to be at more expensive venues where drink prices are higher, but then the network will usually be a better calibre. For more advise on singles events contact our dating experts at SinglesCafe - we offer a ten minute free advice call

There are a few very affordable matchmaking services, these are either 'hybrid services' such as Club Introductions who operate a really good scaled down matchmaking service - whilst everyone is personally vetted and the calibre is high, the level of service is not the same as a full hands on service. There are also matchmaking apps - where costs are lower as it is a more automated system Such at Evermatch or Lovestruck. Check out our affordable matchmaking services page for more information or contact ur SinglesCafe dating experts for a free ten minute call.