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Investor Alert

Past Alerts Click Here February 1, 2007


2006 Form 1099 and P&L Statement
Please note that the 2006 Form 1099 is now available for viewing and printing on the Newedge website. You can click here to go to the secure logon to get your 1099 form or visit www.FimatPreferred.com and click on Account Info Logon. Enter your account number and password for access. Once you have completed the logon, click 1099 Statement, and then select the type (1099) and the year (2006) in the drop down choices.

The printed copy of the 1099 form was also mailed prior to January 31, 2007.

Your 2006 annual profit and loss statement is also available online by going to the Account Info Logon on the website at www.FimatPreferred.com. This form is provided as a convenience for our customers in an online form only and is not mailed.

Do you have any changes to report to us?
Have you moved? Has your primary e-mail address changed? Has your home, work or cell phone number(s) changed? Has your financial situation or financial objectives changed? Please review your information as listed on the Account Info screen of your PreferredTrade software. Please e-mail any changes to Service@NewedgeGroup.com or mail them to our address listed below, attention new accounts department. Please contact Customer Service at (888) 781-0283 with any questions.

Version 5.2 Does Not Support the New Options Penny Pilot Program
Reminder that if you are using the PreferredTrade 5.2 software, you will not be able to trade the options in the new options penny program as the software will not support these trades. You should be using the version 6.2 software. Contact customer service with any questions or how you can download the 6.2 platform.

Protect Yourself and Your Information

Top Ten Useful Security Measures
  1. Update your software and system.

  2. Scan regularly with anti-virus and anti-spy-ware software.

  3. Get Internet firewall software.

  4. Be careful what you download. Use a reputable vendor and steer clear of freeware.

  5. DO NOT share your computer or passwords.

  6. Do not respond to emails requesting personal information.

  7. Remember to Log-Off completely.

  8. Delete temporary Internet files and clear all "History."

  9. Do not run .exe files sent via email or open email attachments from unknown sources.

  10. Act immediately if you suspect your computer is infected.
Other Useful Tips and Information
  • Password Protection- Never give anyone your password - they do not need it. And do not store your passwords on your computer or write it down. If you are called by an agent of a firm and asked for your password, take their number and call the main office back-it is mostly likely a scam.

  • Emails- Do not run .exe files or open email attachments from unknown sources. Delete emails from sales or from any suspicious sources. Instant messaging (IM) presents the same security problems as email.

  • Do Not Share Your Computer- Make sure that file and print sharing are turned off; they open your computer to other users.

  • Internet Files- Delete temporary Internet files and clear your "History" frequently. Set low limits in Internet Explorer's "Internet Options".

  • Log-Off Completely- Always log-off from an application when you leave and close the application or browser. ALWAYS log out of email - best policy switch off - remember DSL and Cable are open ports.

  • Careful When Buying Online- Not all sites are secure and remember email is not usually encrypted. Go to a credible website so credit card numbers and passwords cannot be easily stolen.
More information:

www.microsoft.com/athome/security/protect
www.wellesley.edu/Computing/TVD/
www.symantec.com
www.macafee.com

Newedge USA, LLC
Mailing: 220 Bush Street, Suite 650, San Francisco, CA 94104
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Customer Service can be reached at 888-781-0283 or by email at Service@NewedgeGroup.com. Customer Service Fax (415) 733-3084

All contents of this "Investor Alert" are for educational purposes only. Newedge USA, LLC does not offer investment advice.

Please note that options are not suitable for all investors and investing in options carries substantial risk. Because of the importance of tax considerations to all options transactions, investors considering options should consult with a tax advisor as to how taxes affect the outcome of contemplated options transactions. Individuals should not enter into options transactions until they have read and understood the risk disclosure document titled "Characteristics and Risks of Standardized Options." To obtain a copy of the Options Disclosure Document contact us at 888-781-0283.

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