It’s possible. I’m sure there are as many fake subs as there are fake Dommes. FYI when I write fake I’m refuring to scammers. I’m also sure these fake accounts are run by more than one person. I think it’s very important to meet in person.
I find it interesting how you describe it as morphing into the lifestyle. I think a few have been interested in the lifestyle from a DS or BDSM side of it, but FLR seams to be a more practical approach to the lifestyle and should appeal to many.