FSCS guide to investment protection
Ask these key questions to make sure your investment is protected
At FSCS we want you to feel confident and in control of your finances. That's why we've created a set of key questions to ask your provider when you're considering where to put your money. Use them to find out if FSCS protects the investment you're considering so you can make an informed choice that's right for you.
See also our investment protection limits.
You might also be interested in our Pensions protection guide, and our Bank and savings protection checker.
See also our investment protection limits.
You might also be interested in our Pensions protection guide, and our Bank and savings protection checker.
Ask your investment product provider or your independent financial adviser these questions
If you're thinking of making an investment, ask
- Is this investment product covered by FSCS?
- How much of my money is protected?
- What would happen to my money if something happened to your business?
If you're talking to your financial adviser, ask
- Does FSCS protect financial advice?
- What happens if you give me bad advice and your firm fails?
- Are all the products you advise people about FSCS protected if the provider fails?
- How much of my money is protected?
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