American Scammed, Out of Money, & Stranded in Cebu - A Cautionary Tale!

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[@rodabroad]

Lol. I’m sure there on there too

[@lendlalfred7870]

Do you know what is sad? Some of these guys wouldn't give their mothers 20 dollars, but will happily give 20, 000 to a girl who they never met in person. 🤔

[@troykerr3040]

They can’t get sex from their mom that’s why 😂

[@VerifiedVIPMember]

Lol..true

[@patricklambert3575]

What is sad is that PNP are not motivated to really investigate such matters. The money had to be transferred through a bank or a money exchange business - Palawan Express, MLHuillier, etc. In all cases, an ID and supplemental info is required. Why not trace it to the end. It is never attempted. Perhaps like my situation I forgot my wallet at a bank’s ATM, and the next user of that ATM found it. The bank with PNP identified the individual from the CCTV but would not contact that person because he was a good customer and the bank did not want to embarrass him with proof if he denied it. It sucks to be me. The money in the wallet he could keep. I wanted all other items back. Needless to say that was the last time I carried my wallet in Philippines. Now it’s just one ID and health insurance card.

[@johnmartin7158]

Many lonely old men it appears got to Philippines. Deep pockets required.

[@David6.3]

If you're moving to another country, move first, get yourself established, THEN find a girlfriend. Do NOT consider anyone 'real' until you've met them and have spent time with them AFTER you're already established and secure on your own. Don't be in a rush, it's foolhardy.

[@GiointhePhilippines]

💯 percent agree with your thinking!

[@chrisAnAussie]

Totally agree David

[@josepanicucci8591]

@@GiointhePhilippines Philippines is the promised land for rich Filipinos only Foreigners are not allowed to own land & full business ownership in Philippines its definitely not the land of opportunity for middle class foreigners to settle

[@jayyaj7197]

All I could do is quote Forrest Gump: “Stupid is as Stupid does”

[@faronray5765]

Sending 10 to 30 bucks knowing you are just giving it away isn't being scammed but sending your life savings or huge amounts of money to someone you have never met is just plain Stupid. Don't do it, do not send money to someone you have never met from any country.

[@bigjohnson7415]

👍👍👍

[@CarlCutts]

How many other guys sending money to her

[@targetguy777]

I met someone in person and still got scammed never trust these gals.

[@damonottaway3648]

Yes it is being scammed if they are lying to you. Try it yourself and see how you’d feel.

[@rickb7225]

Even if you've met the Filipina once, it doesn't make her legit genuine. Until you've met fer friends / family she can still be actress, Philippines is such a poverty place and so many desperate/ greedy people here, boots on the ground, patience and caution are needed . good luck guys

[@HemiChrysler]

did he give her all of his money ? if he did, he should be in a psychiatric ward, not a hospital.

[@bigjohnson7415]

🤣🤣🤣! Indeed!

[@sheila-we7em]

why did he not go for a vacation first instead of just selling all his stuff and taking such a huge gamble? He must have been watching those videos on men telling other men how they are winning in the Phillipines. So dumb.

[@rolandmueller7218]

I know of a Filipina that lives with her boyfriend and meets foreigners on line and has them send her money monthly. When they come to the Philippines to meet her in person, she ghosts them. After that, she meets a new foreigner on line to do the same with.

[@JJ38255]

Her and her boyfriend need to live in a jail cell for a while and have the Law put an end to their sick scam

[@hillbillyintheasia6122]

rule of thumb don't send what you can,.t lose . same of go to gambling at a casino.

[@sandrabentley8111]

And her boyfriend is in on the act? This is happening more and more it seems.

[@neilyounan3241]

I wish I was born a beautiful Asian woman 😂😂Easy Money 💰!!!!!

[@bigjohnson7415]

That's her job, I guess.

[@DougPoulton]

His dream date probably wasn't even a woman. It could have been a 10 year old boy scammer in Nigeria sitting at a computer in his underwear in his Mom's basement using a VPN with a drop box in the Philippines using a forwarding service. The same scammer could have been running a game on 20 or 30 other lonely hearts at the same time. If you strike out in your home country you're probably gonna strike out wherever you go.

[@hillbillyintheasia6122]

rule of thumb don't send what you can,.t lose . same of go to gambling at a casino.

[@GarrettSAlston]

Not going to lie, I thought I was scammed too when Charlie was not at the airport to meet me on 7 Dec 22 when I first came to live here- . She got confused, but met me at bus terminal and we went to her sister's house. Got a small 1 story 2 bdrm home now of our own. She got all of my property boxes here to our new house and now is in school on another island- Mindinao and hopefully returns in August after graduation. She can cook great and showed me she loves me in many unique ways. Hopefully married soon. I just give the abbreviated version! Real talk, Nuff Said!!

[@dalederrah]

It's sad but he wasn't scammed,he willingly gave her the money, never even met her. I am not saying that he deserves what happened, but really what the hell was he even thinking.

[@Music-gw4qf]

Little head was thinking.

[@BpGregor]

But he gave her that money based on lies she was telling him. That is scamming or a con. It is illegal to promise someone something which a person cannot or will not deliver. Keep eyes open - don't let love blind you.

[@jacko222333]

@@BpGregor lying is not illegal

[@marriedtoafilipinachannel]

Honestly, when a man is lonely he can do many things wrong because of his emptiness. I feel sorry for men in that dark place.

[@mattg6743]

"a fool and his money is easily parted"

[@lmcc0072]

You’re giving great advice, but people will believe what they want to believe. They’re going to think “well this can’t happen to me”. A friend of mine was scammed out of probably $50k U.S. by a girl that he met 1 time in Manila (he never actually said how much he lost, I figured it was close to $50k). Me and another friend of ours was telling him to watch out, but he wouldn’t listen. First she said that she was from Cebu, then later she said that she was from Cotabato and that he couldn’t go there. As I am familiar with Mindanao, I told him to meet her in CDO where it’s safe. There was always an excuse not to meet up again and always an emergency in her life that required more of his money. She had dengue fever and was hospitalized for 2 weeks, her mother needed emergency surgery to save her vision, her brother needed life saving medical attention, several times they ran out of food and needed emergency funds, etc… Yes there are a lot of great Filipinas out there. I believe the vast majority are honest. Unfortunately, there are scammers out there and people need to watch out for themselves. If sending a few thousand dollars is the difference between continuing a relationship and it ending, it’s going to end anyway at some point.

[@Docrocks437]

What places are safe for tourists in mindanao? Cdo, davao? Any others?

[@reread2549]

Come to the Philippines first. Use a dating site and meet the woman in person within 3-5 days of contacting them online. Do not give them any money. if you decide that you want to move in with them and rent. Sign a lease with both parties names on it but first confirm that she is not married and does not have any children, if she’s married it is so tough to get an annulment, so you’re just better to walk away. If you’re a chump with women in the United States or Europe, you will be three times the chump in Southeast Asia, or in Latin America, etc. Now the good news, there are many great family oriented, Filipina’s, but you have to do your due diligence and research just like any relationship. Don’t be a Chump.

[@Imold774]

Difficult to get a filipina that don’t have children….unless she something is wring with her eg chubby. Most want a pinoy.

[@seckoya]

💯

[@botaka54]

I flew into Davao last June and my girlfriend told me while she was waiting for me there was an American man who was going all over the airport looking for his "girlfriend" who was going to meet him at the airport. He never found her because she ghosted him. He had nowhere to go and was totally dependant on her.

[@misutasutanto6312]

.....he's a grown man 😂

[@bigjohnson7415]

Another fool.

[@PinoyWestLondonBoyEscapes]

@misutasutanto6312 you would think. I'm imagining an eight year old boy with a balloon 🎈 tied to his wrist looking for his Pinay gf at the airport. 🤣🤣🤣

[@johncarlson6472]

@@PinoyWestLondonBoyEscapes Dear God, that's horrifyingly funny. "Where's my Mommmyyyy?!"

[@garyzies3486]

Happens all the time!

[@kylebwilliams]

Hello my friend Gio! Just gotta add this ...But, that guy was "Not" scammed! He did that to himself. A dammed fool knows better than to sell everything, for a piece of ass you haven't even met nor hit yet!! Especially a "Brother man"!

[@troykerr3040]

I have said it before and I’ll say it again I really think that someone should be sharing photos of the woman that scammed us. I have been scammed several times by Filipino women and shared my story and asked that they picture is put on a site that everyone can see to stay away from these thieves. Yes there’re really great Filipino women who is kind and trustworthy but then there’s women like the ones that this guy trusted. Someone needs to be doing more to help!

[@spiraling69]

I have tons of stories and "lessons" about these situations from my time in the Marines. So it's not just older guys that get screwed. I know of Marines that even committed suicide because of their situation. Never happened to me but maybe I wasn't such a nice person and used people back then. A little common sense goes a long way.

[@hillbillyintheasia6122]

rule of thumb don't send what you can,.t lose . same of go to gambling at a casino.

[@GarrettSAlston]

Like Grandpa taught us.. " Common sense ain't so common" Trudat!! Wish it was not true but people prove him right daily. Semper fi from a former Navy beachmaster( BMU2) who use to land you Marines on the beach and set up beach patrol, direct beach traffic & set up perimeter defense!! Later joined the Army to go through OCS. Thanks for your service. Much appreciated. Real talk& Nuff Said!!

[@patd4u2]

my dad told me stories about the Philippines, he was with the fourth marine regiment that got transferred to the Philippines in the summer of 1941. He got captured on Corregidor by the Japanese, and was a POW the entire war in Japan.

[@Chu6um]

Good reminder for everyone to take to heart. I think the most common cause would be desperation of some guys who think they are clearing out and moving to 'the dream'. Likely thought entering in blind was a 'good ideal', but reality can really bit you in the backside when you live your life with a blindfold on. I guess he should've taken the common advise to stay at least a few days in a hotel, and look for a place to rent. Even an ABnB or Verbo would've been a good choice to start. A difficult life lesson, and there are many who end up in similar situations. Personally, I am working on setting up my move, and it may take a bit as I will first relocate in the US, to set up a small homestead and have my younger brother handle it when I make the move to the Philippines. No girl friend ahead of time, and not even thinking of such matters until I get settled into where I want to establish my 'base camp'. After that, if I happen to meet someone, fine. If not, I still plan on visiting around the country sites and travel around Asia visiting other friends. if things don't work out, I still have a place to retreat to, along with sufficient funds to cover such situations.

[@hillbillyintheasia6122]

rule of thumb don't send what you can,.t lose . same of go to gambling at a casino.

[@AmMixDog]

Excellent strategy

[@plantworks100]

Hey Gio my dear friend, I really don't know why guys send money without meeting the girl in person first. I met my wife in person several times and stayed for more than 4 months before I decided that we were compatible. Now that I live here in the Philippines, I know that taking my time, was one of the best decisions that I have made. My wife when I was still living in the United States, never asked me for anything. I definitely got lucky with this amazing Filipina. If I was going to send any money, it would have been enough to buy load, and that would have been it. I hope that guys and girls do their research before they make a decision that can hurt them in the wallet. Thank you Gio my dear friend for sharing this awesome video. Please stay safe and healthy, and God bless you, Maya, and little Nora always.😊 😊 😊 😊 😊 😊 😊 ❤️ ❤️ ❤️ ❤️ ❤️ ❤️ ❤️

[@BpGregor]

Even people you meet in person can scam a foreigner because we don't know how everything works. I was surprised to find that too obtain a job in the Philippines, the potential employee is expected to provide documents (called requirements). I didn't know the cost of these requirements and I got took, trying to help a person get a job.

[@hillbillyintheasia6122]

rule of thumb don't send what you can,.t lose . same of go to gambling at a casino.

[@b-41subject57]

You're retired?

[@muhjm1946]

A lady ask for money or help that requires money and he gives it to her or she ask him to invest in property and land and he has not taken the time to review the laws in the country concerning foreigners buying land, which foreigners cannot. He hasn't been scam, he has been somewhat foolish. There's no excuse for this happening to anyone, because there is so much information provided by other foreigners. What to do and what not to do. If they refuse to take the information seriously, they bring situation on themselves. A lady ask for money and he given he has not been scam he has been very foolish.

[@alanaldpal950]

This story would be a lot more interesting if it had a lot more details/facts.

[@todd7756]

Agreed, just reading an article. It would be great if he did actual research and knew some facts.

[@oncall21]

Hey Gio. My heart breaks for this guy but my head says WTF? I have been dating a Filipina for three years. Two years was lost due to the Covid lockdown. I am now in Bayawan with her but my point is this. During the whole time she never asked for a single peso once! Nor would I send money. It’s just my policy. But we made a promise that we would be together and now we are, happily. You can love with the heart but you still need to always think with your head. Thanks for sharing.

[@GiointhePhilippines]

I'm glad it worked out well for you guys.

[@oncall21]

@@GiointhePhilippines many thanks and I owe a lot of it to your channel!🙏

[@stephenleclaire2319]

A sad story though I have a good one. Met my wife on Filipino Cupid, fell in love, bought property in Lapu-Lapu with her, and married her online with a Utah official during the covid days. Everyone thought I was going to be a scam victim (even my bank would not let me transfer funds to purchase the property), but sometimes you know, with experience., that you are not being conned. As business school and life taught me - buyer beware. I am here in the Philippines now with a loving wife and could not be happier.

[@BigGerrysfoodreviews]

Still very early days for you

[@joeblow1688]

I will be blunt. Nobody can save a fool from himself.

[@kn-qz7by]

Poor guy. I hope he can get over this awful experience quickly. God bless him. Thanks Gio for sharing this terrible but true story with us. Let it be a cautionary tale to others!

[@kn-qz7by]

Sadly, it wouldn't surprise me if this experience caused him a stroke or heart attack. Horrible situation.

[@kn-qz7by]

From what I've seen Senator Raffy Tulfo is an OUTSTANDING man and Senator. He's a real champion of justice for the Filipino people and, I'm happy to say, it seems also for foreign expats as well. I'm not an expat but as an American I thank him tremendously for all his work. God bless him! These scammers really give the Philippines a black eye but always remember that 99%+ of Filipinos are among the best people on Earth and no matter how poor financially would never ever scam anyone. Thanks too to Mayor Junard Chan, the Mayor of Lapu-Lapu.

[@HemiChrysler]

which god should bless him ? how would the blessing aid him ?

[@houseaccount3293]

The amount of men that send money to woman they have never met is just way too high. Men will never learn, get trashed on by woman in the west. Meet some girl on line that is nice to them, and they loose everything they have because of a smile and a I love you. It is sad, truly, but no one did this to him but him. The girl is obviously did him dirty, but he allowed it to happen, a simple "smart decision" or "critical thinking" could have been been a game changer here. This will not be the last time this happens.

[@luisalejandro3100]

Thanks for sharing this story. I too am hooked to a Filipina on line but she's seems sincere about our talks. It's been over a year and she yet has come to me with any sob story or asked for money. Perhaps she's one of the good ones... only time will tell.

[@dennisohara5293]

some play the end game.

[@josephputnam7586]

Yeah, it's happened to me as well. The first 3 months here I am almost ashamed to admit I spent over 600k pesos. Fortunately, I have found an incredible Filipina (living with her last 3 months). I barely ended up giving her any money other then paying for her monthly salary so we could hang out together.

[@hillbillyintheasia6122]

rule of thumb don't send what you can,.t lose . same of go to gambling at a casino.

[@kirkkorenko5743]

Well, it happens cause they are lonely and a few women, not just Filipinas, know what buttons to press. You need to meet them in person and spending time with them first. Know who they are. Big clue is if they ask for money within a few times chatting with them. Don’t give money no matter what the issue is. They are pulling on your heart strings.

[@sandrabentley8111]

Never ask them to give up their job for you either, then give them an allowance. It could come back to bite you and they can sue in Court. If she wants to give the job up, then fine and make a note of it or record it. (See today's Filippina Pea interview with an attorney)

[@travis73940]

I'm of the opinion that money should not be sent at all, especially if asked for. Like you said in the video, she was surviving before the guy started chatting. In my case my money is what I have worked for, and it is for me and my life going forward. If a woman becomes a part of that life (in person), then of course things become different.

[@earlrule1544]

I have a general rule that I NEVER give out money to anyone who I have never met before. I think its common sense to meet the woman first before doing anything like that. I feel really bad for this guy but this is a very valuable lesson.

[@michaelcrews2229]

Great advice gio some of these guys get sucked up my Filipina is honest and sweet she lives here in Canada with me but when it comes to sending money home to her family she turns into a different person some one I don't like there is no accountability for bad behavior back there life happens you have to be the one who solves the problem

[@donquixote1502]

A Filipina scammed the stupid me for a lot of money, 10 years ago. She used every trick in the book and more. She was ice cool and very skilled. She had only one mission, to suck me dry of money. There are thousands of girls like this in the Philippines and Thailand. My only advice is, never ever send a dime. If "your" girl even asks once for money, ditch her and forget about her. At first, I hated her intensely and blamed her for everything. Now 10 years later, I must say that it was all my own stupid fault. I knew all the time that there was a big risk involved.

[@MyLifeThai371]

That American will be fine. "No joke Howard" blew all of his money and was all drugged up in Cambodia. He went to the U.S.A. Embassy and they gave him a free 1 way ticket back to the U.S.A. and then they cancelled his Passport until he paid the government back for the plane ticket. Then after he paid them back, they gave him his passport back to travel again. Hope this helps!

[@sandrabentley8111]

Is this the same story? Thought this was recent.

[@garyzies3486]

@@sandrabentley8111 different story

[@ShawnsLifeInThePhilippines]

I don't think he will be fine, if they just pay his airline ticket back. They will not pay for a place to live. It's cold at night in America and things cost a lot of money. They have a program for low income but those can take more than 15 years to get on, if you even qualify and that program Is even open in the State you live in, most aren't open. A lot of people from other Countries think Americans are rich, will be taken care of and don't struggle in their County, that's a completely false perception.. Most people can't even pay their rents, food and bills by themselves with the wages they get there.

[@lorenzo575]

The sad part is that this can even happen to Filipino natives. My cousin was sending money to a girl he met in Facebook and was sending money and gifts to her. He visited her as a surprise and he came to find out that she was pregnant 😅. My cousin moved to America when he was in mid 30s and clearly was desperate to find someone. I feel bad for him but he definitely should’ve seen all the red flags.

[@philippinefandango2859]

There are holes in this story. Did he send all of his money to her? What was he thinking?? On all of those dating sites they warn you not to send money to someone you have not met face to face. Sad, but wow..

[@hillbillyintheasia6122]

rule of thumb don't send what you can,.t lose . same of go to gambling at a casino.

[@rustynail3630]

Right. He said he sold his properties. U would think he had some decent money

[@TitB1199]

Personally I think he came out to the Philippines. Run out of money and got hospitalised and is now using this story to cover his medical costs

[@randomsh-t917]

you know the saying "A fool and his money"

[@Flymike53]

I know of people who’ve done the same and it’s worked out fine and others (including myself) who’ve invested in a Filipina and family while being lied to and manipulated. It’s a high risk business and difficult to say what is the best approach- I’d say don’t risk more than you can afford to lose in any event, to do so is damn stupid. Even when you’ve met someone and spent time with them or are living with them realise there are no guarantees and the only sane approach is to be cautious and maintain an exit plan in case you ever need it. This is especially important for older guys who may struggle to replace their assets or savings should the shit hit the fan. It’s not worth it bro, keep yourself safe.

[@swinetownamericanbulldogs1749]

It's got to be more behind this story he would have never sent her every penny he had. As he needed to live and eat even if she was there waiting

[@kokalti]

The sad part is he probably didn't learn his lesson. I don't know how these kinds of people even able to tie their shoes, they so dumb.

[@Nighttrain701]

That's why he wears flip flops

[@GarrettSAlston]

Lol

[@gwitproductions5505]

Great information Geo and Myah . Greetings from the USA. 👍

[@familyoffive5212]

It even happened to me and Im a Filipino. I bought a house in Siargao were the owners are divorced and the ex wife sold it to me. Im so stupid I missed this one despite of buying multiple properties already. Anyway I still owned it but the stress it gave me is not worth it.

[@hillbillyintheasia6122]

rule of thumb don't send what you can,.t lose . same of go to gambling at a casino.

[@prototypechannel6975]

@@hillbillyintheasia6122 Bingo!

[@oviecarroll126]

Great job with all your videos Gio. Thanks for all your hard work.

[@alanaldpal950]

This story would be more interesting with more details/facts. I would suggest not sending more $ than you are willing to lose, or would spend on lottery tickets when you know there are no guarantees.

[@BC19572]

This story is way too vague. Definitely need for info and facts.

[@tswej]

I agree with everything you said. My story with SE Asia scams goes back to the 80s. I'm stationed on at Kadena our unit was part of the 9th out of Beale so we were a small group with 1 barracks for the entire unit. We could travel most of SE Asia using leave which many did. One guy took his 1st trip to Korea and fell in love. He comes back showing us her picture and he's sending money, talking marriage. We're were mostly E4 and below so this man had his parents sending money so he could support this girl. About a month later a friend from another unit comes to visit talking about how he met this great girl in Korea while on TDY. He showed me the picture and it's the same girl my co worker is sending money. This is these guys learn about the Philippines from vloggers but don't take any of the free advice given. Even if you are sending money why send more than the average salary which many say is less than $10 a day.

[@Oggiwara1]

Thanks for sharing this sad story! I hope more people will learn from this, even if I doubt... Lets be clear, I totally agreed with you. Sending money for communication and birthday gift is okay. And most women you meet online from Philippines, Thailand and Cambodia, is good girls/women. But you have to be on guard for the scammers. And not to sound too harsh, this guy asked for it. It was a recipe for disaster. You just don't give out money to people you never met at home! So why in a foreign country?

[@expatlifestyle2000]

Lonely guys are easy prey. If im not in person or married then noone gets my money ever.

[@belter59]

One thing about sending money. If you have done your best due diligence and believe your pinay is the real deal: how would you feel after meeting knowing you could've helped-out the one you love and didn't. For me I sent money ,150usd a month to help out. I have continued to help out my very soon to be mother in law with 100usd a month after moving here april of 22. I would not recommend this for most, but I am very happy to have done so. The key is the due diligence part, and how reasonably caring you really are.

[@Matipid_Lolo]

There is no due diligence if you never met her. 1. An internet relationship is not a real relationship. 2. There is no diligence if you only see her 30 days (1 month) of a year. Due diligence is when you are in the same country seeing each other every week or living together.

[@hillbillyintheasia6122]

rule of thumb don't send what you can,.t lose . same of go to gambling at a casino.

[@belter59]

@@Matipid_Lolo I,m sorry, did I say anything is 100% ? Due diligence from afar is different than from inside the Philippines. If you are not in the country you go by gut, what they say, their availability, and video chats, facebook pages, checking other dating sites, there is no sure thing. but you can use reasonable care to mitigate risk. Nobody ever used the 30 day number, so I have no idea where that came from....Nobody said there is ANY certainty until boots on the ground for an extended period of time, and even then you can be taken....But if you choose to not help than don't expect a lot......

[@benhill8384]

Its a little early but we could have a simp of the year champion. Will be hard to beat.

[@GiointhePhilippines]

You might be right 😂😂

[@charlesweatherly3586]

Excellent advice. Tamp down your excitement and expectations and remember that you should never, never, never ever risk your lifetime efforts on someone you don't know. It takes a long time to understand who or what a person represents over a year. You would also want to see them in the flesh and dig deep in all areas of that person's life to truly get to know and flush out any concerns. Sad tale, don't become desperate, there are many thousands of good decent, Filipinas but as in all areas of life do your deep "Critical Thinking" is absolutely key to you having the right mindset about what you want to achieve. One cannot make any decisions involving who or what the person is, or is not ,or what they truly represent using any Video Chats over any any electronic devices. In person touch and get to know over a long time again a "Year" is more ideal to get to see and interact with her and to meet and understand who and what they are. Critical thinking is just what it means ask questions nothing is off limits. Your future depends on getting answers and "Vetting " is what must be done, there are no shortcuts.

[@denismoreau3646]

Some guys feel like a knight in shining armour when they give money 😊

[@garyzies3486]

Exactly! They get what they deserve. They will chew up a SIMP and then spit him out!

[@margarettownsley9500]

Totally agree Bro don’t give money if their genuine they will be earning their own money

[@Billy-cv4ll]

I met my gf on a dating site during covid and we chatted for 8 months before i could go to the Philippines to meet her. She never asked for money but I sent $50 roughly a month. Like you said Gio I arrived, stayed in a hotel and met independently to make sure we liked each other. She turned out to be exactly what I was looking for. All through the chatting time I was prepared to walk away from her if I got any red flags. She's in the UK with me now on a tourist visa

[@iPissOnTalmud]

$50 a month for what? Lol

[@Billy-cv4ll]

Rice 🤣😅

[@iPissOnTalmud]

@@Billy-cv4ll 😂

[@daviddodge9607]

i’ve been to the philippines twice to meet my gf . we had a great time and met her family but still i very rarely send her money. i plan to retire there soon and yes i will probably spend a lot then but even so i will be careful for at least a year.

[@lovemyFilipina]

I've already spent a total of almost one year with my filipina and met all her family even a great deal of extended family and I still wouldn't hand her the checkbook I don't know how some guys make it through life

[@Matipid_Lolo]

Lots of missing facts to this story. 1. What was the amount he was scammed out of? Was it 100,000 php or a million php? 🤷 2. When he sold all his property in America . Was it a house, or a car and the furnishings of an apartment? 🤷 3. Did the guy even have a plan? What was his plan to stay in the country? Did he have a ling term visa? 🤷 Great headline but facts are unknown.

[@LucenaCityQuezon]

Bunch of assumptions and guesses like usual and apologies to come once facts do appear.

[@getbusydrizzy5296]

GUYS DONT DO LONG DISTANCE. WOMEN NEED TIME

[@davooberger5790]

Born yesterday comes to mind.

[@Bomer-Bomer]

nice , keep sharing the truth sir!!

[@DDK997]

I have a very strict rule that I follow when talking online. I am very open and upfront that, I will not send any money until such time I have meet her, get to know her and commit to a relationship. Online conversation is just process for getting to know her. I must admit after knowing my stance most just disappear which is fine with me. I would though send presents like clothes, chocolates, vitamins etc.

[@erikhatch2031]

Ok, guys. Listen up, Its not brain surgery. Put this right in your dating profile, ok? Rule #1: You have to have your initial greeting and introduction on Video call. There is no excuse why this cant happen. If they make up excuses, they probably are a catfish or scammer. Rule #2: Put in all caps that you will NOT send money to someone you have never met. After you've gotten to know them better, fly there and spend a month or at least a couple weeks. Putting this in your profile, will scare off a lot of scammers. Rule #3: Dont try to impress them with bragging about how much money you have. These aren't western women, the good ones dont care so much about what you have. I did the opposite in my profile. I said that I was a simple man and I struggled every month to make ends meet. When I met my Filipina, she told me " Money doesn't make a marriage or relationship last, Memories do." like I said...not like western women. Trust me when I tell you, be honest and forward with what you want and what you're looking for and you will find it.

[@marcrichard7251]

I hope the police find her and press charges…..so 😞 sad

[@NYJGreatness]

Good luck with that 😂

[@garyzies3486]

Press charges? Nobody forced this guy to sell his property and give away his money. He'll have a very hard time finding a judge who has sympathy with this foreigner idiot!

[@jeffwilson2168]

Hi Gio, good morning from Australia. Your points in this video are spot on 100%. Unfortunately, there are guys out there who will never believe the girl whom they have met online is a scammer or someone who is only after their money. The common comments would be I know her very well and she isn't like other girls... really well Unfortunately in so many countries around the world this is the case. I have very straightforward rules in regards to relationships in the Philippines that have served me very well. I'm glad my life lessons in regards to relationships were founded pre the world online dating and the Internet. Have a great day Jeff. Australia 🇦🇺

[@sandrabentley8111]

SE Asia is particularly bad for catfishing men. Africa, Egypt is bad for catfishing women. Lots of expose documentaries on it.

[@joebidet2050]

I feel bad for these men so love starved they need to travel half way around the world to look for it. Most are just average joes who are invisible to average women in their home countries 😢

[@BC19572]

These so called men need to start thinking with the right 'head' if you know what I mean.

[@bigjohnson7415]

Indeed, just jerk off more!😜😜😜

[@kenstephen6534]

Pretty much agree with what you have said in your video, heard of this so many times now.

[@MyIslandRetreat]

Sad news to hear. Thanks for covering the story Gio

[@soinda87]

Being smart is leaving money in your account just incase something goes wrong. Don’t trust too fast.

[@davidjohns1340]

I want to say I feel for him, but bruh WTF. I know where I was at about 10 years ago before I realized what women are. I'm almost 50. I was married for 31 years and now that I have my freedom, I can't tell you how great it is to finally be on my PURPOSE. Guys just use a little common sense, wtf. I'm human and I can be fooled too, but WTF come on.

[@markmangion5700]

Well ultimately it boils down to common sense and some men unfortunately lack it. A girl I met for 3 days tried this same trick with me narrating a sad story about how her maid maybe (she wasnt sure) pilfered 30k pesos from her savings, money she needed to make improvements on her house. I didnt bat an eyelid or fall for it and just gave her some free advice. I aint stupid and nobody puts his hands in my pockets. The control of your funds is yours but weak or sensitive persons unfortunately fall prey to scammers - it happens everyday

[@NYJGreatness]

Some clueless guy will eventually fall for that. That’s the craziest part.

[@DaveS1969]

I'm sorry but if you are an adult and are dumb enough to send money to a woman or a man before even meeting them, then that's on you . I have no sympathy for these people at all. I've talked to several and the ones that ask for money bam blocked idc how long i have talked to them.

[@ExtraGuac007]

The first meeting at the airport videos are the best. If they keep making them, I'll keep watching them. 👍

[@sting1111]

Thank you Gio for your perspective always!

[@DHarri9977]

That's too bad, it's either desperation or some guys attempting to lock a girl down by assuming they can shower them with money unfortunately some guys make themselves easy targets. While these cases may seem far and in between when it does happen it's a big mess for this guy, it's more like a disaster. No repercussions for the girl she's off to another island.

[@brianbaxter3913]

I chatted to several girls from different sites and you are right about sending a small amount for a load to communicate or a birthday gift but no large amounts. Most of the time I just say sorry I don't send money to someone I have not met in person. It is a bit different if you have been chatting for a while so send a small amount but never large amounts. I have met girls at the airport but have always had my own accomodations just better that way then if it is not working out you can ask her to leave. I have never used Christian Filipina for the simple reason they say they appreciate American men. Not men from other countries just American men and they say that is every ad I have seen for their site so I find that a bit discriminating. There are lots of sites out their you just have to watch for the red flags. I have been chatting to girls in the Philippines for about 20 years and have heard just about all the reasons why you should send money to them. One even told me if I wanted a girlfriend here I had to send money to keep her. Hmmmmm. Have heard too many stories of guys getting scammed out of everything and ending up with nothing.

[@robertdevoll3822]

Hey gio I met my fiance on Christian Filipina a very good girl we spent time together in taguig 1 month together but before that I met 2 scammers on that site so be careful about it I consider myself very lucky

[@christopherstimpson6540]

The same goes with getting married to someone you recently met. Are you 100% sure she won't just drag you to divorce court in a few months? If she arrived on a marriage visa, the immigration laws say an American sponsor must financially support her for ten years, even if divorced. Most foreign women study these laws prior to marriage.

[@juanmoy4780]

Let this be a lesson to those folks must have been desperate for love. Loneliness I suppose is the seniors vulnerability…

[@chadofwar6554]

Great video!! Liked and Subbed. For you all that are looking to find a Filipina bride I joined Christian Filipina and its been great because they really care about you and want you to find love. Its safe and they call you often to make sure your journey is going well and help with everything. Visas, passports and traveling there and even do back ground checks on your lady to make sure this doesn't happen. The lady has to prove herself that she is who she says she is or the CF staff will alert you and ban her account God bless!! stay safe and good luck

[@sixfiveseven]

Well sorry to the guy that gave away his money.. In a way he was scam, however he was foolish. I've dated a few in person that i help with small amounts. Was in a 3 year relationship with one that I help during covid and when i return she was a bit different, took me three days to relize something was not right, ended that and moved on. Involved with another for almost 2 years, havent given her a penny. Eyes wide open. I have 3 others I chat with and met in person, one never ask for money, and the others if the subject comes up, I don't answer, they know thats my que to no.

[@jdtravels5140]

Some people are not terribly sophisticated. With rents being so low, why buy property?

[@znzmanager]

I'm one of those guys who most probably think is silly. But, I pay for my girl's wifi, her cheap apartment, food and personal needs. It isn't a lot, and I can afford to lose the money, if that happens.. It's worth a few hundred dollars a month to me, for the company, the caring and just the emotional support I receive from her. No large expenditures though, and she hasn't asked, either. She offers me receipts for things she buys, the rent, etc. Do I trust her? Yes, and I'm faithful to her too. She spends most of her time talking to me on calls, is available whenever I want to talk, supports my decisions and choices, etc. I will be moving to the Philippines once business matters allow it, and she is the only one I plan to be with. However, I am not selling my home, going to rent it, and I will be taking precautions that most others don't take. Do I think it will work out? Yes. Will I be okay if it doesn't? Yes. Am I retired? No. Can she get all my money? No. Am I planning to live near her family? No, none of her relatives live near the area at all. I have researched all areas of the Philippines over the last few years, and chosen an area with great medical attention if needed (I am 60, in good health). It's within 1/2 hour of a major safe city, within an hour of an international airport, and an area that is cooler so the heat won't 'melt' me. The land is cheaper, lower building costs, never bad typhoon damage, no flooding, no serious earthquakes, reasonable rain fall, decent wind consistency (for wind powered electricty generation) and plenty enough sunlight (for solar paney installs), etc. I know I cannot own land, and won't pay for any until I know things are for sure solid between us, with a solid prenup, and if needed, I can have a full-Filipino family member, in the US, who I know I can trust, buy the land so I can build a house on it. I will have multiple business income sources, from the US, and they cannot be run without me, although I will be setting up my future wife so she won't have to work again. Do I suggest that most others do what I am doing? Maybe, but only if they won't be devastated by a possible loss, from doing so. If on a pension, that isn't a high one, or living on SS from the US, I advise being very careful P.S. You don't know me peeps, so don't assume I am an idiot, naive or stupid. Far from it. I have contingencies for everything. Be nice with your comments please. 😁

[@ThuyPham-lr5dc]

Well thought out…

[@leesmith7127]

Because of technology (Social Media) these kinds of incidents are becoming more common. We need to spread awareness. Such as you are doing with this post. To educate guys of do's and don'ts of dating and courting a woman abroad.

[@carlschleicher5516]

Great video. Sad news but a great reminder to be smarter and cautious.

[@wickman.r4662]

I dated the same Cebu girl for 3 months for each of 3 years 2018, 2019, & 2020. I escaped in late March 2020 before COVID lock down. I then paid for her to successfully attend a CEBU university for one year 2020 - 2021. During that continuing PI lockdown; I discovered Medellín and ended my Cebu girlfriend relationship. I sent her an additional 2 months generous cost of living amount as a separation gift ; and kindly rejected any money requests. I’m grateful for discovering Medellín: living in a 7 bedroom Airbnb, with females and males from Europe, N & S America, Australia, and Asia. Some stay for one night , and another stayed for 19 months. My Airbnb is a 6 minute walk to the eleven swimming pools at the Olympic athletics complex. The Medellín public services and infrastructure are excellent. I participate in Expat social cultural activities; and enjoy guidance with one or the other of my two young svelte fit vetted girlfriends. The local Veterans Service Office supports free ( no cost ) Spanish language classes.

[@wickman.r4662]

Medellin temperatures are between 60 & 85 Fahrenheit all 12 months.

[@wickman.r4662]

With one or the other girlfriend we do one week trips to to parks and adventures in Colombia. My next round trip from Illinois;, plan to tour other places in South America.

[@wickman.r4662]

I’m age 79, not overweight, fit for swimming, and enjoy morning wake-up exercises with a girlfriend. One is age 33 & other is age 40.

[@wickman.r4662]

I have the SRRV visa from the PRA.

[@bf2940]

He wasn't scammed. He was stupid. Guys need to have common sense and to be patient. At least meet the girl first then let things evolve.

[@CornellSandifer]

Well, he earned everything that's is happening to him, he was a train looking for a derailment and he found it, don't mean to be heartless but I have a low tolerance for stupidity, it makes my head hurt.

[@margarettownsley9500]

All the American retirees need to come to the uk and meet women who have their own finances and not needing anyone to rescue them from poverty

[@joebidet2050]

UK? No thanks Too expensive high taxes Weather and food awful. Immigration nightmare And If nigel can't open a bank account Then I'm sure I'd have no luck too.... Probably worse for being a yank

[@henrymcmiller2527]

American retirees can find women who are financially independent. Right in old America.

[@Matipid_Lolo]

How many UK women want an American man with a retirement pension of $2,500 usd/1909 gbp per month? Most (not all) of the American retirees that go to developing nations for retirement were not ultra successful in the West. Hence the lower cost of living is very attractive.

[@joebidet2050]

@@Matipid_Lolo I know the answer Zero And I know some rich men who retired in Thailand and philippines Not all living on ss

[@joebidet2050]

@@henrymcmiller2527 and those " financially independent " women usually come with the attitude "I don't need no man "

[@willardpolk2871]

Don't be control Gio is right take slow spend simple and observe and you will be fine.

[@runningman2198]

Facts, Not all Filipino gonna treat you right. Like i found out today at Valencia market buying lechon. I will be less trusting from now on.

[@rocrobert783]

He sold all of his property I’m assuming it’s not land or a home because even the cheap one in the US is 200,000

[@Hicks-g1m]

Ouch what a rough story Gio people need to be careful and not get carried away with what they think the Philippines is really about. A lot of things to consider and be careful about living and moving Abroad anywhere. Never send money to someone you've never met before that's a recipe for disaster

[@gwitproductions5505]

I haven't met my LDR yet. Was planning by December tho . I hope he gets help.

[@Imold774]

Make sure she doesn’t have children when visit the philippines. Also give her a pregnancy test. Pinays always lie

[@anteperic2836]

One time I sent a Filipina vlogger $100 so she could get medical treatment for pneumonia… then after she received the treatment and was better she pretended on her vlog she was still sick so she could get the simps to send her more. Claire was her name… Filipina talks… I blocked her immediately and never spoke to her or anyone who collabbed with her scamming self again. The second I see any vlogger have her on I block them, unsubscribe, and believe them to be just as much of a scammer as her. “Birds of a feather flock together” they say… it’s true. Funny part is everyone loses subscribers and fails to grow their channel once they have her on. 🤔karma sucks doesn’t it

[@robpeacock2929]

Good advice my Friend to beware of those certain women.

[@michaelstewart399]

GIO HERE'S how can you help cure the stupid behavior we men suffer from interview the GUY the people will help and your channel booms

[@johnevans8328]

whats a good legitmate site to meet on? thats not to expensive?

[@growinglifetogether]

I completely agree with your money comment. If you have never met someone in person, there is no way to tell if they are truly who they say and you cant judge their character

[@sdleasia]

I will donate and assist as I deem appropriate. But my future retirement funds and startup funds are closely protected. I don't trust anyone and assume I'm being scammed until I see in person.

[@roberth3094]

You can find the girl in the province building a house for her family on land she bought.

[@marriedtoafilipinachannel]

So sad, We were so lucky, but we both used our heads.

[@SanTropez680]

There wil be more and more of this coming from the US now.