In Florida, laws exist to protect businesses against securities fraud. Any type of fraud-related crime has the potential to cause a business great losses. This is despite the fact that these crimes are often very straightforward. Today we will look at some of the...
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Understanding FINRA violations
Within the investment community, financial professionals know that there is a wealth of regulations by which they must abide when conducting financial transactions. Many of these regulations may be put in place by the United States Securities and Exchange Commission....
How to report fraud
Many people think that they will never experience investment fraud. However, anyone might realize they have fallen prey to a fake investment. When this happens, it is important for people to know what they can do to report the situation. It is a good idea for people...
What you need to know about churning stocks
Investing in stocks is often an effective way to reach financial goals. If you do not have the expertise, time or patience to buy and sell stocks, however, you likely leave these tasks to a stockbroker. While most stockbrokers act in good faith, others engage in...
Avoid investing in a Ponzi scheme by looking for these red flags
Many Florida residents plan for retirement or live out their retirement in the sunshine state. New investors may unwittingly place their money into a Ponzi scheme. Understanding the red flags can help investors avoid losing their money to this type of investment...
What do the Florida Securities fraud laws prohibit?
Many people are engaging in stock trading in Florida. While this is a profitable venture, sometimes you may not just make a profit from it without the right skills. You may choose to research by yourself or get advice from people who have experience in the industry. ...
What should you know about social media fraud?
Florida investors often rely on social media and the internet. After all, this is where the newest innovative ideas are born and shared. But these platforms are a double-edged sword. While you can use them to find ideas worth investing in, you can also fall prey to...
What is FINRA and what does it do?
If you are an investment broker, you know how important it is to behave ethically and responsibly when handling accounts for your clients. Unfortunately, however, some brokers take advantage of the trust clients have placed in them by unsuitable or excessive trading...
When might a broker be responsible for financial losses?
From stocks and bonds to real estate, investment inevitably involves risk. Even a seemingly secure venture may lead to significant losses due to unexpected and uncontrollable economic factors. Unfortunately, as high-profile examples continue to demonstrate, in some...
What are common investment scams?
Florida investors have to keep their eyes peeled at all times for investment fraud. Today we will take a look at some common types of investment scams that you may run into. These scams trick hundreds of people every year into handing over large chunks of money....