16 January 2008 10:30

I’m now divorced after 40 years of an unhappy marriage and I’m ready to start dating. It’s changed so much since my teens and I’m a bit cautious, can you give me any tips on the options available to me?

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Here's a few options available to you...

Dating agencies

How it works
Dating agencies introduce men and women to each other on a one-to-one basis, usually after an interview. Sometimes couples are computer matched.

Pros
It can be a custom-made service, with a third party doing the searching for you. It is less public than putting your photo on the internet. A reputable agency gives some protection by vetting its clients.

Cons
They can be very expensive. And beware of sharks. The Association of British Introduction Agencies (ABIA) was set up in 1981 to protect the public from disreputable agencies which charged fees but made no introductions. Don't use an agency which operates from a PO Box number, uses a premium rate phone number or refuses to tell you its fees over the phone.


 

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