This is the Invest Ed® Investment Minute;
the voice of investor protection in Oklahoma.
Securities fraud is a growing threat in Oklahoma.
What is securities fraud and who does it affect?
Securities fraud is the offer, sale or purchase
of an investment in a security, like stocks
or bonds, by any scheme to swindle investors
out of their money.
Educated married men with above average income
and seniors are likely to be targeted.
Victims are often under stress such as illness,
a recent death of a spouse, legal or financial
problems.
Con artists prey on all people regardless
of wealth or education.
Anyone can be a victim.
Invest Ed® is devoted to helping you avoid
becoming a victim, through unbiased education.
This TV series will help make you aware of
common securities frauds and how to protect
yourself.
The Invest Ed® Investment Minute is designed
to educate you about securities fraud.
