We all know that everyone wants to feel loved. That's why romance scams, in which scammers trick you into having a relationship with them to fleece you of your money, personal information, and dignity, are so widely pervasive. In this month's newsletter, we've rounded up three articles that dive into the devious world of romance scams, so you can protect your heart—and your wallet.
And, from our continuing series on YouTube, "Dating Disasters," we share the story of a man who was leading a double life online, and the woman who discovered it and confronted him before it was too late.
Military romance scams, oil rig scams, classic catfishing, and more. Here we've compiled the most common forms of romance scams to be on the lookout for while you're looking for love.
It's estimated that Americans lose $1.4 billion to romance scams each year. But who's most at risk of falling in love — and becoming a victim in the process? Here, we share what you need to know.
Catfishing — where a person pretends to be someone they're not to trick you into having a relationship with them — is a grift that targets your heart (and your pride). But catphishing uses all the same tactics to target your wallet. In this article, we share what you need to know about this particularly cold version of a romance scam.
Online dating can feel like a gamble — and this time, Terran nearly lost. The guy she was talking to had two Snapchats, different names, and a story that made no sense. When she couldn't find any record of him online, she knew something was off. This is what happened when she did a background check and confronted him.
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