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Terry Devitt Comment On Regulatory Notice 22-08

I want to express my public comment that I am not in agreement with proposed FINRA regulations to restrict my right to acquire leveraged and inverse funds.

I understand how these funds work and am well aware of the he risks associated with investments in these funds. While I have experienced losses in these kinds of investments, they have provided me with investing options that have helped me build wealth. I have used these funds for investing for at least 15 years. There are risks with all investment options. And I am well aware of the risks.

Louis Hoerner Comment On Regulatory Notice 22-08

I am often amazed by the selection of investment vehicles available to the average investor. As seasoned investor with almost 22 years of investing experience, I fully appreciate my freedom to choose which investments I make. Some products in question are a regular part of my well planned investment strategy. I am against the idea of restrictions on investments or requiring additional licensing or certifications to execute my investment strategy.

Beverly Hallett Comment On Regulatory Notice 22-08

Dear Sir or Madame, I appreciate you hearing my comments regarding your desire to limit inverse and leveraged funds. First of all, we have a right to participate in the market in this area, since I'm aware that every large brokerage institution (bank) has the ability to short or go long the market. Why would you restrict the ability of the average investor to accomplish the same goals, and that is the protection of our assets. Many investors have been harmed by the buy and hold strategy, and have, in effect, had little or no return on their investments.

Alan Roddick Comment On Regulatory Notice 22-08

Hello. I firmly oppose this FINRA Regulatory Notice. I am the one who should have agency in my financial decisions and it is not up to regulators to only let a certain subset of the population have access. Considering the fact that wealth is a factor, this is showing preferencial treatment for the wealthy and is completely unacceptable. In addition, I should not need to prove to regulators that I already understand the risks of my investments. I have my own risk tolerance and that should not be dictated to me by a third party.