(WBBM NEWSRADIO) — Fake online romances are heartbreaking, but they can also be bank-breaking.
As Valentine’s Day approaches, online romance scams are in full bloom.
Enticing profiles lure people in, leading to what the FTC estimates is more than one billion dollars a year lost to this type of fraud.
Be careful if someone is never willing to meet in person or participate in a video chat because they claim to be abroad for business or military deployment.
Beware of people saying they have fallen in love with you quickly, and also happen to need money.
There are a lot of fake dating websites and imposter profiles looking to steal your personal information and money. Always verify the source before engaging with anyone.
For more information, go to BBB.org/ChicagoBuzz.
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