Scams
Scams can take many forms, so listing them all would be impossible, but I’ve seen some that repeat, especially in certain countries. Be very careful if you find yourself in any of these situations. Do everything you can to verify if what you’re being told is true, because the trick of a scam is that it looks believable. Don’t just trust—make sure you verify. When you try, they might get upset, especially if it’s a scam, since they can’t prove what they’re saying and may turn the situation against you with things like “you don’t trust me,” “you don’t love me,” or “I’ll leave you if you act like this.” Don’t let those threats stop you from checking the facts. If a girl isn’t scamming you, she’ll understand that you’re being cautious.
- Buying a House
A common scam in Cuba
Read more - Travel Money Scams
This type of scam is something I’ve encountered mainly in the Philippines. With over 7,400 islands and large distances between regions, it’s very likely that through dating apps you’ll meet a girl who lives on another island. Many of them will genuinely want to visit you, but others will use this as an excuse to take your money and never show up. To be clear, this is not about flying to your country — it’s domestic travel within their own country.
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I’ve encountered this scam multiple times in Kenya. While it could happen in other countries, you should be especially cautious if you're there.
Read more - Sending money
Finding yourself in a situation where a girl asks you to send money is common, and sometimes legitimate. However, in most cases, there’s a scammer behind the request. Read this article to be prepared if you’re asked to send money — either directly or indirectly, such as through mobile credit top-ups.
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