Recast 107 l Romance Scams: How to Avoid Getting Scammed Before You Say "I Do"

Today we’re talking about the dangers of scamming, and why scammers target newly engaged couples to take advantage of.I have to be honest, wedding scams and how to avoid them wasn't something I thought a lot about until after meeting today's guest.  But, now I'm taking extra precautions to avoid becoming a target of any kind of scams. <br/><br/>HIGHLIGHTS FOR EPISODE 60: How to Avoid Getting Scammed Before You Say “I Do”Here's a summary of our interview:Meet Adam K. Levin [8:20]The 4 ways scammers approach you [14:31]What exactly are scammers trying to gain from their targets?[24:22]Example of “Scam stories”   [29:17]What do you suggest couples do if they think they are being scammed? [31:03]Precautions to take! [34:55]What to do if someone is using your information?[40:30]Freezing credit? [48:09]Minimize, monitor, and manage [57:05]If it is convenient, YOU are the product! [59:30]Final thoughts? [1:07:39]What moments give you the most joy and are the most meaningful to you? [1:10:51]LINKS MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE: HOW TO AVOID GETTING SCAMMED BEFORE YOU SAY “I DO”<br/><br/>Loud Tree MediaWhat the Hack PodcastWedding Vendor Email Templates and Interview Questions GuideCONNECT WITH ADAM LEVIN<br/><br/>Instagram: @adamklevinOnline: What the HackFacebook: @loudtreemediaApple Podcasts: @what-the-hack<br/>THANK YOU TO OUR PODCAST SPONSORS! Visit the Ask the Planner Wedding Planning Template Shop – Use the code PODCAST for 10% off your purchase!Planner's Playbook – Use my unique link so you can skip the waitlist and join ANY TIME! For the episode show notes, make sure you visit verveeventco.com/107Connect with the show!<br/>📞 Leave us a Voicemail: (585) 210-3467 <br/>IG: @asktheplannerpodcast<br/>TikTok: @asktheplannerpodcast<br/>💻: http://asktheplannerpodcast.com/<br/>💌: asktheplannerpodcast@gmail.com <br/><br/>