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5 Tips to Fight Investment Fraud During the Economic Downturn

Tip #1: Watch out if someone promises a lot for a littleOne thing most investment schemes have in common is the promise of high returns for little to no risk. In the world of investing, higher yields don't exist without added risk. Remember: If it sounds too good to be true, that's because it is.

Tip #2: Be wary of investments that seem to show overly consistent, positive returns.It is possible to make money in today's markets, but any investment that seems unaffected by the shifting economy is likely a fraud.

Tip #3: Only invest in what you thoroughly understandCon artists and fraudsters love to use complicated, intricate products to hide their schemes. If you can't explain what you're investing in, how the investment plans to make money, and what the risks are, you probably don't understand the opportunity well enough to recognize whether or not it's suitable for you.

Tip #4: If you have questions and can't get answers, walk awayDifficulty obtaining answers or information (such as an offering statement or prospectus) is a red flag. If someone won't answer your questions or provides you with vague answers, walk away. Better to miss an opportunity than to be defrauded out of your hard-earned money.

Tip #5: Review your account statements on a regular basis. The majority of con artists use fraudulent or falsified account statements to cover up their investment schemes. Review your statements each month for inaccurate, unusual, or unauthorized trades and activity. If possible, you should also check your paper statement against the online statement issued by your custodian/bank to ensure the balances and trades match.

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