Whats worse thanbeing catfished?
Being scammed out of money by someone you thought liked you.
Heres what you should watch out for if youre looking for love.
Currently, one of the most popular scams involves someone pretending to be in the military.
Sometimes theyll claim theyre leaving the site, or that their subscription is about to expire.
This is even more important to watch out for if their profile suggests they attended college.
Watch out for long, overly detailed messages, especially early on in your correspondence.
And dont let someone you dont know convince you that your friends and family have questionable motives.
Phase Three: The Sting
This is the moment of truth.
Contact has been established, trust has been developed, and the fruit is ripe for the picking.
If someone youve never met asks for money, tell them no and end communication with them.
Theres simply no good reason why a stranger you met online should ever ask for money from you.
Go slow and ask a lot of questions.
Beware if the individual attempts to isolate you from friends and family or requests.
inappropriate photos or financial information that could later be used to extort you.
Never send money to anyone you dont know personally.
And remember, if something seems too good to be true, question it.
Theres nothing wrong with protecting yourself.
