Love is Cruel X

OK - let's bite the bullet and discuss how this type of fraud can be avoided.

     First of all, it is important to acknowledge that finding a spouse or girlfriend overseas is obviously a little more difficult than finding one in your own culture.  Aside from the obvious problems of long-distance relationships, there are different cultures and expectations to take into consideration.  Add to this the problem that it will involve some expense, even in the age of the internet and instant communication (if you are going to get serious with someone, at some point you will need to meet them face-to-face).  Further, as always, serious relationships take some time.

     If a person considers all of the above, then the chances of fraud can be reduced right from the start.

     Once a relationship is started, however, then the person needs to examine the following:

1.     Is the person using an internet dating service?  If so, is there a fixed fee for the use, or are there constant "hidden" fees that appear at all times and for random events (i.e. are they charging you by the minute, claiming that you went beyond your authorized minutes, do you have to use the agency's own interpreters, can you only use the service at specific times, do unexpected charges appear on your bill, etc.?)  If this is the case, then clearly something is up.  There are many professional dating services that are fair and honest brokers that provide actual service for a reasonable fee.  Like any other service, some background checks should be done to investigate the service that a person will use.

2.   Once you meet a woman online, does she start asking for money quickly?  Does she start telling you about unexpected expenses in her life for which she needs help?  Do many of the conversations revolve around money?  If so, then this is a telltale sign that something is up.

3.    Ask to see real photos of her, not just photos that obviously were taken by professional photographers.

We will continue this later.

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Have a great and fraud-free day.


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