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Bookmark or Share- Investment Scams | Consumer Advice - Federal Trade CommissionSigns of an Investment Scam. Knowing the tactics scammers use to lure people into investment scams helps you avoid them. Here are some signs you may be dealing with an investment scam: Scammers promise you’ll make big money, guaranteed income, or guaranteed profits or returns.
- Be Alert to Signs of Imposter Investment Scams - FINRA.orgIf you’re an investment professional and have concerns that someone is using your name or information as part of a potential scam, contact your firm’s compliance department, and alert FINRA by calling the BrokerCheck hotline at (800) 289-9999 or emailing [email protected].
- Is it a legitimate investment opportunity or a scam ...If you get an out-of-the-blue call, text, or email about “an amazing investment opportunity,” it’s a scam. Walk away. Don’t believe promises that you’ll make money or earn guaranteed returns.
- Recovering from Investment Fraud: Start with These 6 StepsIt can be difficult to recover assets lost to investment fraud. But there are legitimate avenues to pursue. You may be able to recoup some of your lost assets through a civil lawsuit, arbitration or mediation.
- Red Flags of Fraud - FINRA.orgTo stay on guard and avoid becoming drawn into a scam, look for the warning signs of investment fraud: Guarantees: Be suspect of anyone who guarantees that an investment will perform a certain way or promises a lofty return. All investments carry some degree of risk.
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