Check SEC distributions to harmed investors (Fair Funds)
When the SEC (Securities and Exchange Commission) penalizes firms, it sometimes returns money to harmed investors. AI can help you check whether you're eligible.
1. Copy this prompt
Paste it into ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini or Grok (the free versions work), then replace the [highlighted brackets] with your details. Leave out account numbers and SSNs.
I've used these brokers, advisers and funds: [LIST WITH YEARS]. Here's the text of an SEC distribution notice I found: [PASTE]. 1) Explain in plain English who is eligible and how the distribution works. 2) Tell me whether my holdings appear to fit, and what documents prove it. 3) Identify the official claims administrator named in the notice so I don't fall for imposters.
2. Follow these steps
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What to expect, and what to do if they say no
What happened when people tried it
- We haven't verified a real-world example for this one yet, so it's a tool guide plus a prompt. Tried it? Tell us what happened (link below).
Why this works
The problem: Investors may be owed money from SEC cases involving their broker or a fund they held and never hear about it.
How AI helps: AI can scan the cases you're likely affected by (based on brokers and funds you've owned) and explain the claim instructions.
Tools & what they cost
| Tool | Cost |
|---|---|
| ChatGPT | Free option available (Paid upgrades exist, but the free version works for this) Free tier; paid plans available |
| Claude | Free option available (Paid upgrades exist, but the free version works for this) Free tier; paid plans available |
| SEC: Distributions to harmed investors | Free (No cost at all) Free |
What do these labels mean?
- Free No cost at all.
- Free option available Paid upgrades exist, but the free version works for this.
- Costs money You pay a set price or subscription.
- Takes a cut of savings Charges a percentage of what it saves you.
- Time · Difficulty Our estimates for a typical first try, not guarantees.
- Reported What the linked source says happened, often self-reported. Your results will vary.
Watch out for
- No verified AI-specific success story yet. This is a how-to guide built on official sources.
- Many SEC distributions are paid automatically to identified investors; others need a claim.
- Scammers impersonate SEC claims administrators. Check names against the SEC's own page.
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Sources
- https://www.sec.gov/enforcement-litigation/distributions-harmed-investors
- https://www.investor.gov/introduction-investing/general-resources/news-alerts/alerts-bulletins/investor-bulletins/investor-bulletin-how-victims-securities-law-violations-may-recover-money-1
Last verified 2026-10-19. Not financial, legal, tax or medical advice. Disclaimer.