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Protecting your money
How vulnerable are you? Learn
how to spot the signs of fraud.
Five warning signs of scams
What to do if you think an investment is a scam
How do you spot a boiler room scam?

How do you avoid losing money when you invest? The first step is to understand what makes an investment safe – and how to stay away from more risk than you can handle. The resources on this page will help you get started.


Is this a safe investment?

Chapter 1:
What makes an investment feel safe for me?
Chapter 2:
What can go wrong when I invest?
Chapter 3:
What are the top signs that an investment is not safe?
Chapter 4:
How do I protect myself against unsafe investments?
Chapter 5:
Is this financial institution a safe place for me to invest?
Chapter 6:
What happens if my financial institution goes bankrupt?
Chapter 7:
How do I invest safely on the Internet?

How are risk and return related to investment safety?

Chapter 1:
What does investment risk mean?
Chapter 2:
Which investments can help me limit risk?
Chapter 3:
How do I find the right balance between safety and growth?

How can I protect my money from investment fraud?

Chapter 1:
What are some recent scams?
Chapter 2:
What other scams should I watch for?
Chapter 3:
What should I do if I think an investment is a scam?

 Related tools & topics
Case Study:
Spotting an investment fraud: Greg's story
Brochure:
Investment fraud checklist (OSC)
Brochure:
Protecting your money: Avoiding frauds and scams (CSA)
Link:
Investor warning list (OSC)
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