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The Investor's Recovery Plan: What to Do If You've Lost Money in the Stock Market

Published on: December 4, 2018 | by Savage Villoch Law, PLLC

The stock market is much older than many people realize: its roots come from Venice in the 1300s. Over the centuries, this early form of stock trading gradually developed into the investment options we’re familiar with today.

And ever since its inception, trading stocks has carried a certain level of risk. Most of the time, the risks pay off — sometimes in a big way. But investment is never a guarantee, and you can lose money in stocks just as well as you can make money.

Have you lost money in the stock market? Don’t panic. Now is the perfect time to plan your next move so you can recover and finish even stronger than you were before. Keep reading for our top tips to help you navigate stock market losses!

5 Tips for Hiring a Securities Attorney

Published on: November 29, 2018 | by Savage Villoch Law, PLLC

If you’re an investor, you know that you’re managing risks every day — no matter how you slice it.

When it comes to playing the stock market or dealing with other such high-powered investments, you’ll need the assistance of a lawyer that can watch out for your legal interests.

Whether you need another set of eyes or feel that you have a lawsuit on your hands, hiring the help of a securities attorney can give you just what you need.

The Tell-Tale Signs That You Have Been a Victim of Stock Fraud

Published on: November 19, 2018 | by Savage Villoch Law, PLLC

While the stock market has been booming in recent years, 84% of stocks are held by 10% of the population. Despite this fact, there are millions of Americans that hold on to stocks and are no less susceptible to stock fraud than anyone else. Stock fraud can hit investors of all types, most especially those that aren’t as well versed in the world of trading.

Here are six signs that you might have been a victim of stock fraud that you need to look out for.

1. Brokers Trading Without Your Authorization

What to Do If You're a Victim of Investment Fraud

Published on: November 15, 2018 | by Savage Villoch Law, PLLC

The promise of low risk-investment with a high return is an attractive offer to many.

Sadly, in most cases, these offers are nothing but an investment fraud designed to trick you out of thousands of dollars.

If you have been a victim of an investment fraud and don’t know what help is available to you, this article is for you.

Stock Frauds: What to Do If You Suspect Your Broker of Misconduct

Published on: November 5, 2018 | by Savage Villoch Law, PLLC

You trusted your stockbroker with your hard-earned money. And it seemed like a great arrangement…at first.

Now, you’re worried that your stockbroker is committing fraud with your investments.

You’re not alone. In 2017, 66,873 cases of securities fraud and theft were reported to the United States Sentencing Commission.

How to Deal with a Large Loss of Money When Trading Stocks

Published on: November 4, 2018 | by Savage Villoch Law, PLLC

Do you have big dreams of retiring in paradise? Or maybe you have your eye on a luxury car or a bigger house.

Achieving these goals may seem impossible, but it doesn’t have to be. You’ve probably heard the famous cliche that you need to “make your money work for you”, and it’s true! Letting your money sit in a bank won’t get you very far.

That’s why many people have decided to trade stocks in hopes of getting a nice side income. But navigating the stock market can be tricky. With every big win, there also seems to be a loss.

What Does the SEC Do? Here's Everything You Need to Know

Published on: October 22, 2018 | by Savage Villoch Law, PLLC

As an investor, you want someone to protect you and maintain a fair and orderly stock market, right? That’s the role of the Securities and Exchange Commission or the SEC.

Whether it be your retirement savings, accounts to pay for college tuition, or investments just to build wealth, the SEC is there to make sure that investors are protected and that the market is fair.

Keep reading to learn more about the history of the SEC, their role, and why they are important. After reading this article, you’ll undoubtedly be able to answer the question “what does the SEC do?”.

Don't Fall Prey to Investment Fraud Following a Hurricane

Published on: October 15, 2018 | by Savage Villoch Law, PLLC

When you consider the financial toll of a hurricane or other natural disaster, losses due to investment fraud is most likely not something you would factor in. However investment fraud following a catastrophic natural event is quite prevalent.

Many investors have found themselves in hot water after getting involved in investment opportunities related to hurricanes or other natural disasters. Scammers love using natural disasters to leverage investment fraud, as they are able to prey on vulnerabilities of both those directly affected by the event as well as those who want to help disaster victims.

In the wake of Hurricane Michael, you may receive unsolicited investment offers purporting to provide some type of opportunity for returns. These offerings may be related to disaster relief, clean-up, or even storm prevention. While it’s possible some of these offerings may be legitimate, chances are high that they are either too good to be true or a flat-out scam.

Investing 101: Understanding Index Funds

Published on: September 29, 2018 | by Savage Villoch Law, PLLC

Understanding Index Funds

There’s a lot of ways you can get involved in securities investing. Some of the most popular methods are through the use of what are called index funds. An index fund is a type of mutual fund that tracks the performance and returns of a market index.

You are probably familiar with stock and security market indexes like the S&P 500 or Russell 2000 index. Because a market index essentially acts as a barometer to track and project returns for a collection of similar securities, you are not able to directly invest in them. However, since index funds seek to track the returns of market indexes, you are able to use them as a sort of indirect investment channel.

Securities Law: 10 Steps to Suing Your Broker

Published on: September 23, 2018 | by Savage Villoch Law, PLLC

As nearly half of all Americans own no stocks at all, one of the reasons for that is that there are so many complicated laws surrounding their finance.

If your stockbroker breaks securities law, you have the right to sue. However, if you don’t know the first thing about the law, you could end up not getting the money you deserve.

Here are the four main steps to suing your broker.