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Financial Scams
2024-11-09 10:30:00 2024-11-09 11:30:00 America/Chicago Financial Scams Learn about an array of investment frauds such as, Ponzi schemes, promissory notes, cryptocurrency fraud, etc. Provided by the Illinois Secretary of State's office. Please Register Main Library - Elgin Room

Saturday, November 09
10:30am - 11:30am

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Elgin Room

Learn about an array of investment frauds such as, Ponzi schemes, promissory notes, cryptocurrency fraud, etc. Provided by the Illinois Secretary of State's office. Please Register

While fraud is on the rise and has been for the past few years it has become even more important for investors to be vigilant in protecting themselves from becoming victims of investment fraud. Want to ensure you are taking the steps necessary to protect your hard-earned investments?  Please join a representative from the Illinois Securities Department as they discuss financial scams and help participants identify the red flags of investment fraud.  Attendees will also learn about common financial frauds wreaking havoc around the globe today.

What’s the difference between Pig Butchering and a Romance Scam?

What makes an investment legitimate?

What are the most traded cryptocurrencies?

Answers to these and other questions will be discussed at the event being presented by the Illinois Securities Department.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Older Adult Interest | Business & Finance | Adult Programs |

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