Watch Out for Investment Scams

Nebraskans who want to steer clear of investment scams and other kinds of fraud are invited to attend forums in three cities next month. The events will be from noon to 1:30 p.m. in Kearney, Oct. 4; Grand Island, Oct. 6; and North Platte, Oct. 12. The Nebraska Department of Banking and Finance is hosting the forums in cooperation with other state agencies and AARP.

In 2015, more than 600 Nebraskans were defrauded of $17.5 million, according to the Nebraska Department of Insurance.

Funded through a grant from the Investor Protection Trust, the events are free and lunch will be provided. To register, go to ndbf.ne.gov or call 877-471-3445 toll-free.