Verifying a Claimed Investment Opportunity

An investment pitch from a romantic contact combines two forms of trust exploitation at once, and deserves more scrutiny than either alone. Apply the same due diligence you'd use for a stranger's investment pitch, regardless of the relationship.

Where It Applies

Platform-Specific

Most relevant on the specific platforms listed below, where the pattern this addresses actually shows up.

What It Counters

Targeted Counter-Move

Directly counters one or more specific manipulation tactics, listed below.

The Steps

  1. 01

    Ask for the platform, company, or fund's registration and check it independently.

  2. 02

    Be skeptical of any guaranteed or unusually high return figure.

  3. 03

    Never move funds through a platform or wallet the other person personally controls.

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