Closing my Greek account!

capitalist pig · 06-13-10, 08:33 AM

Seems to be the norm now a days, JMO.

later

KC · 06-13-10, 08:34 AM

Sounds like the right move but lots of books seem to be doing overkill with ids

Sportsbetting123 · 06-13-10, 08:57 AM

The id wasnt the deal breaker - it was the fact that I have no way of withdrawing funds without incurring a fee.

tropolis · 06-13-10, 10:30 AM

gotta play it to win it sportsbetting

jackkkk2009 · 06-13-10, 10:56 AM

thegreek is one of the remaining best book that accepts US players.

soxwin1917 · 06-13-10, 12:28 PM

I feel your pain. Also, while the Greek is great for basketball and football, I don't view it as an out during baseball season.

andywend · 06-13-10, 12:36 PM

2 comments to the OP:

If the fee for withdrawing was the deal breaker, then you don't bet enough for Greek to care about losing you.

If Bookmaker is still giving you free payouts and access to their loyalty program, this can only mean you are NOT a winning player as Bookmaker will cut off the free payouts and loyalty program access to all players who win in the long term.

No offense intended with this response but letting you know the deal.

Doug · 06-13-10, 12:43 PM

Why not transfer out (free) as long as you want to leave ?

Peep · 06-13-10, 12:46 PM

No offense intended with this response but letting you know the deal.

Since we don't want to offend anyone, I will comment your analysis is a vast oversimplification.

Brick · 06-13-10, 01:29 PM

Originally posted by Peep

Since we don't want to offend anyone, I will comment your analysis is a vast oversimplification.

english please peep

Peep · 06-13-10, 01:42 PM

For Brick.

I am plus money at Bookmaker over the last two years, they still give me free withdrawals on Fridays, $2500 max moneybookers.

The Greek does like to see a bit of action in the accounts to do free withdrawals, but their withdrawal policies are not as arbitrary as Andy makes out. I have gotten a free withdrawal there a few years back when I phoned it it after an e-mail saying they were going to charge me. They said they would waive the fee "this one time."

They did that twice for me lol.

I like the Greek.

JoeVig · 06-13-10, 02:34 PM

Greek's a solid place and your money is safe there. Probably worth a few $ in fees every now and then.

Hareeba! · 06-13-10, 02:45 PM

Unless they've changed their rules of late, withdrawals from Greek are free if you've played there in each of the four previous weeks ?

thechaoz · 06-13-10, 03:41 PM

I am looking to diversify my books and so far it looks like Bejam/Legends have free payouts. I haven't checked out 5 dimes but the greek has a $5 fee for e-checks to your checking account. Now whether this is available to U.S. customers is a whole other thing b/c the other options are quite pricey and too much for my taste.

The point of not paying fees is not "how much" but the principal. Beating the books is hard enough with the juice but adding additional fees on withdraws is just overkill regardless of the amount. All books should at least have one free withdraw per month of various options.

Doug · 06-13-10, 03:47 PM

Betjam and 5Dimes are your best two options during baseball season. Matchbook is even better but you will pay the fees ( reasonable).

rarafrom215 · 06-13-10, 04:24 PM

diamond is my spot

Doug · 06-13-10, 10:43 PM

Originally posted by rarafrom215

diamond is my spot

DSI is inferior. They are solid, but lack the ability to transfer freely.

NY Playa · 06-14-10, 12:15 AM

Greek is solid...pay the $35 for the fed ex and you get it in less than 2 days

Mr Windy City · 06-14-10, 12:24 AM

"2 free per month for Platinum players like myself"

Haha, Congrats man, you are 1 out of 1,034,303 players like "yourself"

If you are such a big timer why the **** would you give a shit about a small fee, prolly bitching about less than $50. Thegreek is one of the most financially sound books a US player can wager at. And showing an ID is pretty much the norm in the industry pal, it's for the players security, which I do think a "platinum player" like yourself would care about.

TGHMak · 06-14-10, 02:29 AM

Bookmakers has decent withdraw options, but their lines more then compensate them for anything they may lose in any fees.

ICE-BLOOD · 06-14-10, 07:03 AM

greek is solid

they also do b2b transfers

lyon804 · 06-14-10, 09:27 AM

Originally posted by Mr Windy City

"2 free per month for Platinum players like myself"

Haha, Congrats man, you are 1 out of 1,034,303 players like "yourself"

If you are such a big timer why the **** would you give a shit about a small fee, prolly bitching about less than $50. Thegreek is one of the most financially sound books a US player can wager at. And showing an ID is pretty much the norm in the industry pal, it's for the players security, which I do think a "platinum player" like yourself would care about.

This.. Couldn't agree more. The Greek is a sharp book and you will contend with playing the sharpest numbers sometimes available. However, it is a small price to play if you are a player that plays big and leaves a considerable amount of money in your account. I feel my money is just as safe in the greek or safer than my local bank.

As far as the ID thing goes I only provided that info one time and never have been asked for it again. The Greek is a must have for me being a US player.

Ella600 · 06-14-10, 11:27 AM

I think its hard these days to find a book that doesnt have complaints against them. The id stuff is probably just a 1 time deal. Why not just send in what they want and sleep at night knowing your money is safe with them?

Sportsbetting123 · 06-14-10, 07:34 PM

Originally posted by Mr Windy City

"2 free per month for Platinum players like myself"

Haha, Congrats man, you are 1 out of 1,034,303 players like "yourself"

If you are such a big timer why the **** would you give a shit about a small fee, prolly bitching about less than $50. Thegreek is one of the most financially sound books a US player can wager at. And showing an ID is pretty much the norm in the industry pal, it's for the players security, which I do think a "platinum player" like yourself would care about.

Wow - you really showed me big shot. I am not saying I am part of an elite club or a big timer (where the hell did that come from anyway?) - that is exactly WHY I am not going to pay for payout when I dont have to. I moved my funds to 5Dimes and Bookmaker, where I can still get free payouts. I do not deny that the Greek is a solid book, but I feel safe with Bookmaker too. If books like Bookmaker start to go down, then the Greek would probably not be far behind.

Raven66 · 06-14-10, 07:47 PM

Originally posted by Sportsbetting123

Wow - you really showed me big shot. I am not saying I am part of an elite club or a big timer (where the hell did that come from anyway?) - that is exactly WHY I am not going to pay for payout when I dont have to. I moved my funds to 5Dimes and Bookmaker, where I can still get free payouts. I do not deny that the Greek is a solid book, but I feel safe with Bookmaker too. If books like Bookmaker start to go down, then the Greek would probably not be far behind.

Bad move....Bookmaker charges $50 for a check withdrawal. Once I hit my number, I'm going to withdraw, and never going back to bookmaker again. SIA is where to play boys.

Mr Windy City · 06-14-10, 11:53 PM

Originally posted by Sportsbetting123

Wow - you really showed me big shot. I am not saying I am part of an elite club or a big timer (where the hell did that come from anyway?) - that is exactly WHY I am not going to pay for payout when I dont have to. I moved my funds to 5Dimes and Bookmaker, where I can still get free payouts. I do not deny that the Greek is a solid book, but I feel safe with Bookmaker too. If books like Bookmaker start to go down, then the Greek would probably not be far behind.

Because you had to throw it in there like you were the big shot.....and you are wrong pal here is the policy by bookmaker

Only one (1) paper check payout request is allowed per week, the maximum payout is $3,000 per check, and the processing fee is $50 per check.

In order to better protect you from identity theft and guard you against fraudulent use of your credit card, if you deposit by credit card you will be required to fill-out a Credit Card Authorization Form verifying the original charges and must submit a copy of your valid ID before any payout from your account will be processed. (Just like any other book)

Sportsbetting123 · 06-15-10, 06:04 AM

Originally posted by Mr Windy City

Because you had to throw it in there like you were the big shot.....and you are wrong pal here is the policy by bookmaker

Only one (1) paper check payout request is allowed per week, the maximum payout is $3,000 per check, and the processing fee is $50 per check.

In order to better protect you from identity theft and guard you against fraudulent use of your credit card, if you deposit by credit card you will be required to fill-out a Credit Card Authorization Form verifying the original charges and must submit a copy of your valid ID before any payout from your account will be processed. (Just like any other book)

#1- I am not your pal. #2 - You are the one who is wrong. If you read my original post, I take ach withdrawals from my Bookmaker account directly to my checking account, which up to two per month are free of charge. #3- I have never used a credit card to deposit money in an offshore book, so don't assume those factors, genius.
Why don't you tell me more about the industry PAL. I eagerly await to hear more of your experience and wisdom.

cala56 · 06-15-10, 07:16 AM

Is normal every book ask me for the id no problem, the greek is a good account, is just for your secutity, relax and just scann it.

offshoregenius77 · 06-15-10, 08:05 AM

But if you know you ARE going to get paid from them isnt it worth the trouble. Just look at that former good book wsex......Id rather pay a little for a withdrawal knowing ill get it. Just my two cents.