(New York State incorporated 2004) Celebrating 20 years.
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A Federal Agency with a mission to protect investors, maintain fair, orderly, and efficient markets, and facilitate capital formation.
A self-regulated Organization (SRO) that governs registered advisers, brokers, and broker-dealer firms in the United States.
The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) is an independent agency created by Congress to maintain stability and public confidence in the nation’s financial system to insure deposits and supervise financial institutions for consumer protection.
The Securities Investor Protection Corporation (SIPC) protects the public funds. Created by Congress as a non-profit corporation to oversee the liquidation of member firms that close when in bankruptcy or in financial trouble to recover funds.
Oftentimes, assets under management (AUM) is a mandatory quota. The financial industry is not perfect, and this can cause a conflict with the advice to be received. This can get concerning.
Although unique, advice-only RIA firms are a necessity for the ultra high net worth. For the general public, it's in its infancy.
These new technologies can be viewed by some as a necessity for the future. Ultimately, cryptocurrency and blockchain investments can be a part of a well-rounded strategy, but they require careful consideration and an understanding of the associated risks.
Possibly. You may contact us. The goal is to provide personalized strategies that can align with circumstances, helping progress toward financial stability and growth.
There is a difference.
Officially, the United States Government document that defines and regulates this is titled the “Investment Advisers Act of 1940.”
Note the spelling.
Not all aspects of financial planning require providing investment advice. Certainly, there are professionals who are not providing "technically legal" investment advice so these people will call themselves "Advisors" with an "O". All this does is add more confusion and attempt to mask a compliance concern.
Yes. Life, health, and annuities are an important part of financial planning and protecting legacies.
Persuading an elderly person to alter their estate plan to exclude certain family members can involve undue influence, fraud, and coercion. These actions constitute elder abuse or estate manipulation, depending on the circumstances. Such situations, though frequent and often unreported, are typically easy to identify. However, many individuals find the prospect of creating a financial strategy daunting, which can lead to mismanagement and eventual financial inheritance squander.
The ultra-high-net-worth understand how this critical knowledge must be implemented to have the greatest chance of success and to leave a legacy.
There are many options available for implementing strategic plans to help corporations make informed financial decisions that support long-term success.
This can be possible. The phrase suggests that when someone achieves financial success, it can unintentionally provoke feelings of jealousy or frustration in others. This reaction often arises from comparisons—your financial growth might highlight their stagnation or perceived shortcomings. The "indignant friend" may feel left behind, undervalued, or even resentful due to their own insecurities.
There is a concern, and we recommend notifying FINRA and/or the SEC.
It’s always advisable to verify the registration details through official databases such as FINRA’s BrokerCheck or the SEC's Investment Adviser Public Disclosure (IAPD) system.
New York State Registered Investment Advisors (RIAs) are highly sought after by government agencies globally. Their licensing makes them trusted partners for critical thinking, with independent contracting serving as a preferred framework for these collaborations.
Advice vs. Transactions
Fiduciary vs. Suitability Standards
Broker vs. Adviser
Registered Investment Adviser
cryptocurrency and blockchain
3rd Party vs. In-House Custody
New York State Elder Abuse Hotline
Elder Abuse
Greedy Sibling
follow the fed
All legal investment firms can be found registered with the worldwide recognized governing agencies Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) and the United States Securities Exchange Commission (SEC).
Please note: The SEC and FINRA only recognize registered individuals - We are registered.
Uniquely, there are approximately 13,000 Registered Investment Adviser Firms (RIA) and we are registered as this. (Fee Based Firm)
Currently, there are approximately 700,000 Registered Brokers (individuals who charge commissions)
Caution: Currently, there are -
approximately 50,000 chartered wealth managers (cwm)
approximately 200,000 certified financial planners (cfp)
approximately 650,000 certified public accountants (cpa)
approximately 1,000,000 lawyers (esq) in the United States
There are also hundreds of other designations and titles such as the ones above that incorporate millions of other individuals.
FINRA and SEC only recognize registered individuals.
We recommend personal investigation or contact us to ascertain the title status of your financial professionals.
Please be wary: Message from the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA)
Investment Adviser Explained