There is much to be said about investment fraud these days. We found a great article that summarizes the problem that all Americans face, when protecting our most valued assets – take a look:
 

I’ve been an investment fraud securities lawyer for 25 years, and here are the 8 best pieces of advice I can give you about money

 
You’ve been diligent about saving every penny you can over the years, socking it away for retirement like you should.
 
Don’t let unexpected financial disasters like divorce or a stock market crash threaten the security of your investment plan. There are steps you can take to protect your financial assets so you can weather any storm. Take it from me: I’ve been an investment fraud securities lawyer for 25 years, and here are the eight best pieces of advice I can give you about money.
 

Check your credit report each year and go over all the details with a fine-tooth comb

 
One small mistake can ding your credit score, which can in turn lead to the inability to get good rates on anything from mortgages to student loans. You are entitled to three free credit reports a year from the major bureaus, so take advantage of this privilege. Be on the lookout for inaccurate information, but also be aware of your score, and what you can do to improve it. Protecting your credit is an important component of financial security. Read full post here…

 
That surely sums up current events. There is much to take-away from this article, mainly to check your credit report!
 
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Related article: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Securities_fraud