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Protect Yourself from Investment Fraud

SaveAndInvest.org is your source for unbiased information and helpful strategies for avoiding investment fraud.

 

Find Out if You're At Risk Before a Con Finds You

 

 

 

Regardless of age or circumstance, anyone with money is bound to hear from a fraudster. Anyone. This is Steve's story.

 

From Tricks of the Trade: Outsmarting Investment Fraud. View the trailer and order your free copy today.

 

 

Before You Invest, Ask and Check

Knowledge is power. And when you’re armed with the right information, you keep the control in your hands. Learn what to ask when cons call, and how to check the answers you receive.

 

The Psychology of a Scam

Investment fraud criminals are masters of persuasion. Learn to recognize the common tactics cons use and how to guard against them.

   Be a Fraud Fighter: Outsmarting Investment FraudBe a Fraud Fighter

Outsmarting Investment Fraud
Partner Toolkit

Everything you need to bring an
Outsmarting Investment Fraud
campaign to your community.

This step-by-step guide offers:
  • Workshop Ideas
  • Planning templates
  • Tips on how to reach the media and engage local partners

Learn More

 

 

Resources to Fight Fraud

 

Fighting Fraud 101: Smart Tips for Older Investors

Check Out the Seller

Check Out the Investment 

FINRA BrokerCheck

Professional Designations Database

SEC EDGAR Database of Public Company Filings

 

 

Information & Alerts
Protect yourself and your family from financial scams.

 

Common Investment Scams

 

Alert: HYIPs—High Yield Investment Programs Are Hazardous to Your Investment Portfolio

 

Alert: Oil Spill Stock Scams—Don’t Get Cleaned Out by False Cleanup Claims

 

Alert: Save Your Greenbacks—Don’t Fall for Green Energy Scams

 

Alert: Beware of Auction Rate Securities Settlement "Phishing" Scam
 




 
 

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