Great Date Now reviews and complaints

The company was disolved, found guilty of overcharging it's clients and lost in a court of law. The only reason that no one received their money back is that Ferrone (a known scam artist) claimed bankruptcy.
Obviously you are working for them. And if you aren't, by now you know -it's all finished.

I disagree I have been in a great relationship for 11 months now. Suzie was the third person that they introduced me to. I met two women from Westchester one from NYC and one from Connecticut. I have no complaints about the service, or the people i was fixed up with. I just think that if you are a real person looking for a realistic match it's a good service,
If you can't meet someone on your own or you are looking for someone who doesn't exist, stay single. The problem in this world is that two many men are only looking for the runway super model and women are only looking for the millionaire. Just be realistic and just maybe you will fall in love. If you want to know about the service you can e-mail me fgordon6901@yahoo.com

Gary Ferone lost his case in court but claimed "bankruptcy". So, none of us have received a nickel back. If you know anything, please write to the current Attorney General and tell him your suspicions. Write me at privateboudoir@yahoo.com
if you hear of anything...Thanks for the post!

I see that _someone_ has returned to putting up "anonymous" signs for a singles business on Westchester roads - e.g., Westchester Avenue between White Plains and Rye Brook, and the Post Road between Rye and Port Chester. These signs read "Single? PortChesterSingles.com". I wonder if Mr. Ferone is in on this business again?

Has anyone else seen a re-currence of these signs? If so please inform us of the URLs and where you find the signs.

I hope it is clear to anyone and everyoen that if you are dealing with a company that put s anonymous signs on the side of the road, leading yo to an anonymous website (there is no contact information, and the business is not even named), that chances are, you're going to get ripped off -legitimate businesses follow laws and tell you who you are dealing with.

I agree that there is a need for dating services for busy professionals. As a current client of VALENTI INTERNATIONAL who charges you a six-figure fee for exquisite introductions, I can tell you to do your homework before writing a check. Valenti is a FRAUD! they only introduce you to 2 to 3 matches per year in their 3 year contract which is the statue of limitation for suing a company. They do not offer personalized and live coaching like they state. All feedback has to be submitted online no exceptions. And every time you call in to speak to one of the psychologists, they question why? Oh and their concierge service is nothing but a blind date service where they set the place/time/day and you better pray your out of town date doesn't have a delay at the airport or any other unforseen circumstance because you will be stuck with all the travel costs and another date for traveling again. Do you homework and research their competitors who perhaps can offer you more dates and better service

Is it just me, or does anyone else find it horribly ironic that on a thread complaining about overpaying a matchmaker, that the flash advertisement at the top of the page is for Valenti International... a matchmaking service that charges upwards of 25K for a membership? LOL Scary stuff.

It should be noted that only New York State has the policy of $1000 maximums for dating contracts. In other states, a service can charge whatever they see fit. Just the same way that a customer can choose to pay the fee or not pay it.

I suppose that every consumer will have a different opinion about this topic, but I assume just as many people have opinions after they buy a car that doesn't live up to expectations, purchase a beach vacation where it rains every day or pay for a college education and still can't land a job in their field of study. Some choose to believe that it just wasn't meant to be, and some decide to cry foul and point the blame finger. Either way, we are the ones who chose to invest. Investments, by definition, have an element of risk. Some reap rewards, others lose their shirts.

Regardless, it seems that Gary Ferone knew the NY law and chose to ignore it. THAT is why these disgruntled clients have a voice. In this case, a law was broken.

Now its up to the courts to determine how much Mr. Ferone will be fined this time. However, from the article references posted here, it seems that Mr. Ferone is no stranger to court appearances, fines and orders of restitution. Unfortunately, as with those duped in Ferone's SEC swindle, its likely these overcharged matchmaking clients will never see a dime. Chalk another one up for creative bookkeeping.

It would seem to all those lovely ladies out there that are using a dating service that the reason you are getting matched up with losers and not "Top Executive" is because you do not posses any qualities that a top executive wants. Yea they have a great database with great clients but if YOU suck and no one wants to date a person who has your qualities you're are going to be matched up with the loser that you are. Get over it. And the matchmakers telling you that you need to approve you physical appearance - COMMON People - you are at a dating service - obviously you can't do it by yourself - TAKE THE ADVICE! Stop trying to screw someone who was trying to help your pathetic lives.

Look at this ad they are placing for a "Sales person/Matchmaker" - it is clear that you don't have to have ANY experience to be a matchmaker for them - just good at sales:

http://southjersey.craigslist.org/sls/1373835074.html

Meet Over Drinks Matchmaking, with 10 locations throughout New York, New Jersey, Philadelphia and Connecticut, is seeking a STRONG SALES PERSON/MATCHMAKER for their PHILADELPHIA office location.

Rapid growth in our service requires top closers with an energetic outgoing personality. If you have what it takes to be the area's best matchmaker, we should talk. If you have experience in health clubs, diet centers or media sales, you may be the perfect fit. Other great fits include professionals with a psychology background, promotions experience or experienced recruiters.

If you have the desire to create dynamic relationships while growing a truly rewarding income in a service oriented business, then this opportunity is for you. We have ten great locations and continue to grow with new locations opening every year.

If you feel you are a great fit for this position, please respond by email to this ad or fax your resume to [protected], subject header: PA Matchmaker.

We look forward to hearing from you and hope you will visit us at www.MeetOverDrinks.com to find out more about our great services.

We need to put together a class action and put these guys out of business.
I also have contacted a lawyer. If you want to contact me, email me at martiniuplover@yahoo.com

This company is a SCAM. I have filed a complaint with the Better Business Bureau and will talk to a lawyer as well. I am furious that they are ripping off vulnerable people.

### great date now and gary ferone. there all fake as hell and are turning there name to " meet over drinks ". ya'll should google " GARY FERONE- inside trading".. see what kind of debt he's REALLY in, before spending your 10, 000 for a " perfect match "

Great Date Now has done nothing but be a help to me. I signed up with them in June of 2008. After meeting 3 men who were nice but just not for me, they introduced me to my fiance. While we have been together for a little under a year, I continue to keep in contact with my matchmaker and assistant matchmaker to refer single friends and have a fantastic working business relationship with them. I am a NJ based client and can offer NOTHING but positive reviews. As for those who have posted their uunhappiness and negative experiences. Did you ever stop to think that maybe you have unrealistic expectations and are the problem? In ANY business there will always be unhappy people. There are people out there that are just so jaded and negative that if prince charming walked up and smacked them in the face, they wouldn't even realize it.

Grow up !