Boomers get lonely more than younger people because they were married for so long, had kids and were used to being around lots of people throughout the years. With their kids grown having their own lives, some living in a different state makes the boomer vulnerable to theft or harm.
They’re at the time of their life when they need companionship to full-fill their golden years. They realize it’s time to look for a companion, so they turn to dating sites. They get in a hurry and don’t think about the consequences if they meet up with the wrong person.
The mistakes boomers make are telling their date about their personal finances, where they live and how many stocks and bonds they have. They want people to notice them so they brag about what assets they have acquired and achieved over the years.
Why cons go after dating boomers is because they open up and are trusting to most people and most are very giving. The boomer has worked many years to save for their golden years and the con knows that. The boomer goes to a dating site, searches for a companion and gets hooked with the first beau that comes along.
They are still in the love age and desperate for it, so when someone strikes their fancy, they’re ready to settle on that one person. Cons know this and will sweep them off their feet making an easy access to their bank account and all other assets.
The boomer tells them anything they want to know because the con has stolen their heart and is ready to steal their bank account. They’re smart and know how to get the boomers keys, vault and account numbers without them realizing it.
Boomers need to stop giving out information and flashing around a fancy car and diamonds. Not all boomers have money, but many do. Some from a husband’s life insurance or a career they had or an estate left by their own parents.
They buy into the sad stories the con gives them and never question their motives. They believe the con really cares for them and is there to help them, but the con is only using them until the boomer is all used up, then he flees and hits on the next victim.
Boomers need to stick to speed dating events where all members are checked out and they’re within their own age group. Some cons are boomers themselves, but these events will help keep them from harms way.
If you’re a boomer looking for a companion, never trust them with your personal finances and keep all your personal information to yourself. Many boomers have been hit by a con and they lost their entire savings, house and valuables because they were too vulnerable.