Are you looking to invest, but worried about losing money to a scam? BBB Smart Investing will help you research investment professionals, protect your assets, avoid scams, and gain valuable knowledge.
Want to “be your own boss,” “work from home,” or just “make extra money?” You may be tempted by an advertisement for a business opportunity, but before you open your checkbook, check out the offer.
At one time or another, everyone has received a chain letter scam through the regular mail or in an e-mail message. Chain mail letters promise a big return on a small investment. Don’t waste your money! Chain letters are illegal and they don’t work. Read more
In this webcast, NFA President and CEO Dan Roth discusses the common characteristics of an investment scam, different types of investment swindles, and what investors can do to help protect themselves from investment fraud.
Investors can conduct background checks on firms or individuals with NFA’s Background Affiliation Status Information Center (BASIC). BASIC contains CFTC registration and NFA membership information and futures-related regulatory and non-regulatory actions about firms and individuals.
Investment opportunities that claim to be low risk and high reward are almost always frauds. When you research investments, turn to unbiased sources. Update your security software on any computer you use to access your financial accounts. Read more
These best practices include guidelines for trading your own account, having someone manage your account, participating in a commodity pool, and opening a futures trading account.
This guide from the National Futures Association describes common characteristics of investment scams and outlines steps individuals can take to avoid them.
This booklet provides an overview of the retail off-exchange foreign currency (forex) market and other important information consumers should know before they invest.
Learn to spot and avoid investment fraud as the FINRA Investor Education Foundation and AARP uncover tricks criminals use to trap their victims. Order your copy of this free DVD documentary, which has been featured on PBS. Learn more
