Attorney General Alan Wilson today recognized April as Financial Literacy Month, a month dedicated to promoting the importance of financial literacy and financial education. The Attorney General is committed to providing resources to empower South Carolinians to make important decisions on saving and investing, as well as protecting citizens from financial fraud.
Attorney General Wilson kicked off the month by announcing that free resources for South Carolinians are now available on the office’s website, InformedInvestorSC.com, to download, as well as to order for distribution. These booklets provide helpful and concise information on a variety of financial topics, including an investment guide for military families; making informed decisions when starting a new job; starting financial life together as newlyweds; and working with financial professionals. A booklet outlining the red flags of some prevalent financial frauds and action steps that investors can take to protect themselves is also available. These resources are available in English and Spanish.
The South Carolina Investor Guide is also available for order or download at InformedInvestorSC.com. The South Carolina Investor Guide was written to help all investors—beginning and experienced—understand the principles of investing to make effective financial decisions.
Organizations, educators, and citizens may order copies of any of these resources by emailing the Securities Division of the South Carolina Attorney General’s Office at secoutreach@scag.gov or by calling 803-734-9916. The Securities Division can also provide a speaker to present educational information to help South Carolinians increase their knowledge and understanding of investing, including ways to help avoid investment fraud. Speaker requests can be made at InformedInvestorSC.com.
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