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Troops Against Predatory Scams (TAP$) — About Us
What is California TAP$?
California TAP$ (Troops Against Predatory Scams) is a program administered by the California Department of Corporations that educates California's military troops on how to avoid becoming a victim of financial and investment fraud. California TAP$ also serves as the enforcement arm against financial fraud crimes by taking action against the predators targeting our troops.
California TAP$ Can Help With Your Investment Decision
- Confirm if the sales person and company are properly licensed and registered
- Identify possible "red flags" associated with the solicitation
- Give you the facts before investing
- Direct you to available resources
- Provide information on the current scams
A knowledgeable consumer is a guarded consumer. The California TAP$ Program offers safety through education! The Program provides information that can help you in your investment decision.
California TAP$ is funded by a grant from the Investor Protection Trust (IPT). The IPT is a nonprofit organization devoted to investor education. Since 1993 the IPT has worked with the States to provide the independent, objective investor education needed by all Americans to make informed investment decisions.www.investorprotection.org.