Wealth Creation: Beware Sexually Transmitted Debt (STD) in light of global prevalence of ‘love fraud’

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The airing of Netflix’s most recent true-crime documentary, The Tinder Swindler shone the spotlight on the prevalence of love fraud. And, with Valentine’s Day today and February deemed as “the month of love”, now may be a good idea to ask for your partner’s credit report before you ask to meet their family.
14 Feb 2022 11AM English South Africa Business News · Investing

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