You have the right to expect that your financial advisor is going to do what is best for your financial future. You shouldn't have to worry about your investments just because you aren't watching these accounts daily. The problem that sometimes comes up is that...
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Dips in the stock market are a good time to re-examine strategies
The cyclical impact of the stock market makes it hard for new investors to gauge what is going on with their investments. You've probably heard that it is best to hang onto the investments you have during the dips. However, it can be hard not to panic when you see the...
What are some questions to ask a potential investment advisor?
Keeping your investments in order is sometimes a challenge. It is imperative that you find a financial advisor who is right for your needs. This is especially true if your investments are complex or if your financial situation is complicated.When you are considering...
4 signs that you need to walk away from a financial advisor
Trying to find a good financial advisor is a difficult task. Many people narrow down their search by deciding to work with someone only after receiving a recommended from a trusted friend or family member. Listening to this advice is a good start but you should also...
Disclosures provide vital information about financial advisers
Trying to decide on a financial adviser is a huge undertaking. You need to make sure that you find one who can work with your style and who has your best interests in mind. Unfortunately, there are some that are only out for their own financial gain, which can harm...
Don’t stand for unethical behavior from your advisor
As an investor, you count on your advisors to do things that are in your best interest. You certainly don't think that they are going to be acting selfishly with your money. When you do find out that they aren't behaving in an ethical manner, you need to take action....
Are the securities you’re purchasing protected by Blue Sky law?
As savvy investors know, before investing, potential investors should review the investment for viability and suitability. But how can investors trust the information regarding the investment? One way to verify legitimacy is to see if the securities are registered...
Unauthorized Trading
Carlos Benavidez, Jr. (CRD #5013554, Louisville, Kentucky) submitted an AWC in which he was fined $10,000 and suspended from association with any FINRA member in any capacity for two months. Without admitting or denying the findings, Benavidez consented to the...
Tesla shareholders file suit amid post-tweet stock price drop
Shareholders in Kentucky and throughout the country who own stock in Tesla, Inc. were intrigued and more than a little concerned when its chief executive officer, Elon Musk, took to Twitter. On Aug. 7, he posted this cryptic tweet: "Am considering taking Tesla private...
Investment advisers must behave ethically or clients can suffer
Making investments isn't for the weak-hearted. There are some instances in which you can lose massive sums of money. You might hope for the best, but the market is unpredictable. While it is often tolerable to lose money due to factors like a dip in the market or a...


