Millions Lost to Romance Scams Every Year… You Could Be Next | Dating to Win

Romance scams and online dating scams are rising at an alarming rate, especially for people over 50, and millions of dollars are being lost every year. In this episode of Dating to Win, we break down how romance scams actually work, the emotional triggers scammers use, and why so many smart, successful people fall victim to these highly manipulative schemes. These scams are not about intelligence — they are about emotional connection, trust, loneliness, and the human desire to feel understood. Scammers follow a calculated process designed to build relationships, gain trust, and create situations that lead to financial loss. In this episode, you’ll learn: • How romance scammers find and target victims   • The step-by-step process used in online dating scams   • The emotional manipulation tactics that override logic   • The biggest warning signs people ignore   • How to protect yourself or someone you care about   According to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Americans have lost over $1.1 billion to romance scams in a single year, making this one of the most financially and emotionally damaging types of fraud. And in our next episode, we sit down with a woman who was scammed out of $500,000, sharing exactly how it happened and what she wishes she knew before it was too late. If you or someone you know is dating online — especially later in life — this is an episode you cannot afford to miss. 📩 Contact / Coaching: Email: [email protected] #romancescams #onlinedatingscams #datingover50