Investing in securities is risky enough without worrying about whether your salesperson is going to fleece you. To be an informed investor, you must know what danger signs to look for.

Annuities are complex products that may combine the characteristics of insurance and investment securities. Because of their hybrid nature, annuities are sometimes marketed as one-size-fits-all products. This is simply not true.

Before you invest in any of these sophisticated financial products, you should thoroughly understand the risks involved.

Gold seems like a very tempting investment, but before jumping onto the gold bandwagon, there are a few things you might want to consider.

Peer–to-peer lending is an emerging online financial service also known as social lending, person-to-person lending or P2P.

Some people believe that owning a franchise is a safe and easy way to start a successful business, but buying a franchise can be risky, and there is no guarantee of success, especially in an uncertain economy. If you are thinking of investing in a franchise, you must educate yourself before you buy.

ETFs have grown increasingly popular among retail investors seeking safe, stable alternatives to mutual funds. Before investing in an ETF, check under the hood.

NASAA offers seniors ten common-sense solutions to avoid investment fraud.

Know your rights as an investor.

As the markets continue to slide, get the facts before you make any investment move.