How to Check the Background of a Financial Professional Easily?

Q. I have been courted by someone who offers superior financial products.  What's an easy way to check his background?

A. Many savvy investors think fraudsters mostly target novices, but below is a typical financial fraud victim:

• Married male
• Age 50-65
• College educated
• Having nest eggs
• Financially literate
• Open to high risk investments
• Belongs to religious or professional groups
• Experienced recent change in financial or health status

There is an easy way to check the credentials and track record of a financial professional before you investing with them - visit SmartCheck.gov, it has free tools making your background check easy.