ETHICSCHECK.COM NOW PROVIDES FREE WEB RESOURCE TO HELP INVESTORS AVOID SCAM ARTISTS AND INVESTMENT FRAUD

Ethicscheck.com has been re-designed to provide investors with a user-friendly way to perform their own "due diligence" on a financial advisor before they buy.'

(PRWEB) September 17, 2003 ---The National Ethics Bureau (NEB) announced today that effective immediately, internet links to multiple regulatory agencies that govern individuals who solicit financial services are being made available on the NEB website at www.ethicscheck.com. Consumers may use these tools when conducting their own due diligence investigation before committing to work with an advisor in the financial services industry.

"Last year, the number one scam in America involved unlicensed individuals selling "investments", and the number two scam involved problem stockbrokers," said Steven McCarty, National Director for the NEB: 'These crooks stole billions of dollars, mostly from hard-working seniors. Ethicscheck.com has been re-designed to provide investors with a user-friendly way to "check out" a financial advisor before they buy.'

According to AARP, Americans age 50 and over are by far the leading group of investment fraud victims" and that the last five years have been the 'worst ever' for investment scams.

"With today's record-level consumer fraud, elder abuse, investor scams and corporate scandals, consumers should insist on knowing the credentials and background of the advisor that they are buying from," said Jeffrey Kopitz, NEB Chairman: 'ethicscheck.com is free to use, easy to navigate and will give consumers a real "head start" on these due diligence issues. Our website and services offer the buying public some peace of mind and a better night's rest.'

About National Ethics Bureau:
The National Ethics Bureau (NEB) is a membership organization of approved business professionals who have maintained a flawless record of business ethics. The NEB verifies that each member holds a current professional license(s), has met all continuing education requirements and has a history of exemplary business ethics which includes verification through a seven year business-related criminal background check.

The NEB is a privately held organization and is completely independent of any political or social affiliations or agendas. All correspondence, including member registration, member services, and media relations are conducted through their West Coast office located at 12707 High Bluff Drive, Dept 200, San Diego, CA 92130. Their East Coast office is located at 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue Dept 700, Washington, D.C. 20004.
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