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September 4, 2024
When a financial professional parts ways with a broker-dealer, the details of their departure are meticulously recorded on Form U4 and subsequently reflected on FINRA’s BrokerCheck. The language used in this documentation isn’t just procedural—it can significantly influence future employment opportunities within the industry. For registered representatives, understanding the impact of these records and ensuring […]
August 30, 2024
If you have had a disclosure on your FINRA BrokerCheck, you know how damaging it can be. It can hurt your reputation, job opportunities, and financial future. A disclosure can prevent you from getting a job as a registered representative. This can feel like FINRA is barring you from the industry. But there is hope. […]
August 23, 2024
In today’s digital age, transparency in the financial industry is crucial. Investors have unprecedented access to detailed information about brokers through platforms like FINRA’s BrokerCheck. This level of transparency helps maintain trust between investors and financial professionals. However, it can also harm brokers who face unfounded allegations. At Bakhtiari & Harrison, we understand the importance […]
August 7, 2024
Having a clean record is crucial for your reputation and career in the financial industry. If you have negative marks on your FINRA BrokerCheck, it can affect your opportunities for future employment and damage your credibility with investors. This is where a FINRA expungement lawyer can help. Explanation of FINRA Expungement FINRA expungement is the […]
August 6, 2024
In the financial industry, reputation is everything. A clean record can open doors, while a tarnished one can close them. For stockbrokers and financial advisors, one negative mark on their Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) record can have profound implications. It can affect their career, reputation, and future in the industry. But what if there […]