Too Good to Be True: How Romance and Investment Scams Work

Lesson 07.

Key Takeaway

Investment fraud and romance-based financial scams use the same playbook: build trust first, make the financial request later. By the time the money is asked for, the relationship feels real. Knowing the arc is the defense.

Out of deep shadow, a hand holds out a glittering golden gift box tied with a ribbon, and a small sharp fishing hook is tucked into the bow.