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Hard to reclaim losses if you sign investment contracts without reading

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If you choose not to read the documents, the law will not allow you to take advantage of your own negligence and carelessness

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If you value your money, make sure you absolutely understand what you are investing in and read any contracts before signing on the dotted line.

Make a point of always checking the things that matter to you – if you want your capital sum to be protected, ensure that this guarantee is stated in the contract. It is also prudent to look at the conditions that could result in you losing part or all of your funds.

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