Citizen's Investment Alert Do's and Don'ts for Investors

2006CITIZEN'S INVESTMENT ALERT DO's AND DON'Ts FOR INVESTORS(PAMPHLET * NO. 5)04 X 2006Investors Information Assistance & Publication DivisionEconomic Research and Information Department* Pursuant to R.A. 6713 and Memorandum Circular 35 s. 2003 issued by the President on 17 March 2003, the SEC disseminates different pamphlets that give information about its mandate and functions, registration and reportorial requirements, fees and charges, and other relevant topics for the guidance of investors and the general public. "SEC at 70: Service, Excellence and Competence Through the Years . . ."Do's and Don'ts for Investors:1 Be wary of unexpected telephone calls, letters, or even personal visits from people who offer quick-profit schemes that require your immediate investment.2 Be suspicious of "inside information", hot tips, and rumors that supposedly will give you a big advantage over other, less knowledgeable investors.3 Turn down money request accompanied by high-pressure warnings like "Tomorrow will be too late", "Positioning is important" or "Act now because there will soon be long waiting lists of others who want to take advantage of this golden opportunity".4 Be wary...