The Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) today marks the one-year anniversary of the FINRA Securities Helpline for Seniors 1-844-57-HELPS (1-844-574-3577). To date, the helpline has fielded more than 4,200 calls, recovering over $1.3 million in voluntary reimbursements from firms since its launch in April 2015. "Financial fraud is a problem, and seniors are the most vulnerable. Victims of fraud sometimes feel they have nowhere to go, or are embarrassed to reach out," said Susan Axelrod, FINRA Executive Vice President, Regulatory Operations. "We are very pleased that investors are using our free helpline and encourage seniors, or those caring for seniors, with investment-related questions to give us a call."
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