Workshop (3 hours)
Objective
Learn about recent scams, how to identify warning signs and measures you can take to avoid being the next victim. Find out about unregulated investment schemes and their risks and how to protect yourself against unfair sales practices under the Consumer Protection (Fair Trading) Act (CPFTA) and the Lemon Law. Learn also about the role of the Council for Estate Agencies (CEA) when dealing with agents and how the Financial Industry Disputes Resolution Centre (FIDReC) can help you in the event of a dispute when investing.
Course Outline
- Top Recent Scams
- Avoid Being The Next Victim
- Unregulated Investment Schemes
- Consumer Protection (Fair Trading) Act (CPFTA)
- The Lemon Law
- FIDReC and CEA
Who Should Attend
Anyone who wants to be up to date about recent scams and about the risks associated with unregulated investment schemes. The workshop is also for those who want to know more about consumer protection rights and responsibilities under the CPFTA, Lemon Law and avenues to seek recourse when the is deemed unfair business practices as well as disputes arising from investing in regulated investments.
Other Language
Mandarin
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