SEC Investor Alert

The SEC’s Office of Investor Education and Advocacy (OIEA) and the North American Securities Administrators Association (NASAA) are issuing this Investor Alert to warn investors of the potential risks associated with investing through self-directed Individual Retirement Accounts (self-directed IRAs).

Here Are Some Other Helpful Resources

  • The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is dedicated to helping Americans protect their investments. www.investor.gov (800) 732-0330
  • The North American Securities Administrators’ Association (NASAA) provides information on investor education. www.nasaa.org (202) 737-0900
  • The Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) has an “Investor” section on Smart Investing. www.finra.org (301) 590-6500
  • American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) includes a section on scams, fraud and consumer protection. www.aarp.com (888) 687-2277