The largest nongovernment agency regulating the nation's securities industry will hold free investor forums throughout the state next week. The Financial Industry Regulatory Authority will host general investor forums with guest speaker U.S. Sen. Daniel Akaka, Tuesday to Nov. 29 in Honolulu, Lahaina and South Kohala on the Big Island. Akaka will give an overview of legislation affecting the financial services industry while FINRA representatives will share information on where to turn for guidance on investing. "Events such as these help empower individuals and families to better prepare for retirement, save for children's college education and achieve other financial goals," Akaka said.

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