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If you want to diversify your investment portfolio, you may think gold is the answer. It can help hedge against inflation and economic uncertainty. But before you buy any investment, it’s best to take some time, ask some questions, and get answers. Continue reading →

From the FTC Bureau of Consumer Protection Business Center Blog You run a successful business or maybe you work with some of the top companies in the country.  A friend or relative is struggling to climb out of a financial … Continue reading →

April is Financial Literacy Month, and the Federal Trade Commission, the nation’s consumer protection agency, has information to help you make the most of your money whether you’re a student, young adult, parent, older person, or military service member. Continue reading →

So what exactly is a multilevel marketing plan? It’s a business approach built on the idea of making money by selling things for a company yourself, as well as by recruiting other “distributors” to the plan so you can make money from their sales, too. Continue reading →

For scammers, a tough economic climate can offer a bigger pool of people to take advantage of.  Con artists are out to turn a profit by making empty promises about earnings, the availability of jobs, and the success rates of the “home-based business opportunities” they’re selling.  … Continue reading →

If you’re like most Americans, your investment portfolio has taken a hit in recent years. You may be considering alternative ways to put your savings to work. But before you hop on the latest investment bandwagon, make sure you do your homework.

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If you want to diversify your investment portfolio, you may think gold is the answer. It can help hedge against inflation and economic uncertainty. But before you buy any investment, it’s best to take some time, ask some questions, and get answers.
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In my last post, I wrote about a brochure from the FTC, 10 Things You Can Do to Avoid Fraud, and highlighted several important tips from it. Here are a few more tips as we ease into 2011. Read your bills and financial statements regularly—on paper … Continue reading →

Forex scams tout big returns and big profits with little or no risk. Be wary when you see these kinds of claims. Continue reading →