What to Know About Romance Scams
Published: 31 July 2024
Romance scammers stole $1.1 billion in 2023—and they're getting smarter. The FTC reveals how criminals create fake online personas to build trust, then vanish with your money after elaborate stories about overseas emergencies or cryptocurrency investments. The article shares the one critical rule that could save you thousands: never send money to someone you haven't met in person. Learn to spot the telltale signs—from refusals to video chat to demands for gift cards—and discover what to do if you suspect you're being targeted by a modern heartbreaker.