Warning: Stocks Like This One Could Lose You 90% in Less Than a Year

As an investor, I get unsolicited "get-rich-quick" investment advertisements. Lately, I've been swamped with them, which makes me worry. The economy is still struggling to find solid ground. The holidays are coming. And these two facts alone make investors more vulnerable to the kind of get-rich-quick pitches I see in many of the investment advertisements I receive. Most times, I just throw them away without another thought. But once in awhile, out of curiosity, I spend a few minutes researching their recommendations. For example, earlier this year I received a mailing that touted a "stealth" oil and gas play, apparently ready to pop for an 800% gain. The stock was Titan Oil & Gas (OTC: TNGS). The . . . → Read More: Warning: Stocks Like This One Could Lose You 90% in Less Than a Year