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Giving someone power of attorney over an individual legally allows them to make certain decisions on that person’s behalf. This is often necessary in situations where a person is elderly, intellectually disabled, or otherwise incapacitated. When properly used, giving power of attorney to a trusted individual can often make things…

Allegations of borrowing from a customer and potential elder financial fraud caused LPL Financial to discharge Stapp after almost 20 years of employment Midland, Texas-based broker Larry Stapp allegedly borrowed $200,000 from an LPL Financial LLC customer, according to the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA). Stapp also reportedly falsely stated…

New statistics show that elder financial exploitation is getting more common One of the fastest-growing segments of the U.S. population is baby boomers, with about 10,000 of them turning 65 every day. Unfortunately, the elderly are also some of the most vulnerable members of society, especially where their finances are…

The former Morgan Stanley broker is reported to have convinced clients to invest in his own real estate deal After numerous customer complaints, the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) began an investigation into the actions of broker Brian Sak. FINRA reported that he recommended to several clients that they invest…

Silver Law Group is investigating former Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. (CRD# 6363) broker Brian T. Perry (CRD# 2874937) after FINRA permanently barred him. According to Perry’s FINRA BrokerCheck report, FINRA permanently barred Perry in December 2016 from acting as a broker or otherwise associating with firms that sell securities to…

Silver Law Group is investigating Colorado-based Cetera Advisors LLC (CRD# 10299) broker Ken A. Balser (CRD# 704053) after FINRA permanently barred him. According to Balser’s FINRA BrokerCheck report, FINRA permanently barred Balser from acting as a broker or otherwise associating with firms that sell securities to the public.  The permanent…

Silver Law Group is investigating New York-based broker Jeffrey L. Offen (CRD# 2893980) after FINRA suspended him. According to Offen’s FINRA BrokerCheck report, FINRA suspended Offen for 60 days and fined him $5,000 in December 2016.  Offen consented to the sanctions and entry of findings that he failed to timely…

Silver Law Group is investigating former Locust, North Carolina-based LPL Financial LLC (CRD# 6413) broker Sherman L. Greer(CRD# 4910464) after FINRA permanently barred him. According to Greer’s FINRA BrokerCheck report, FINRA permanently barred Greer in November 2016 from acting as a broker or otherwise associating with firms that sell securities…

In April 2015, the Financial Industry Regulatory (FINRA) established the toll-free, FINRA Securities Helpline for Seniors.  In the short amount of time of its existence, the helpline and the awareness it has brought to FINRA member firms has produced fruitful results. According to a wealthmanagement.com report, $1.25 million in reimbursements…

The New York broker was accused of churning an elderly customer’s account Anthony Mastroianni is no longer allowed to act as a broker. Due to allegations against him concerning excessive trading and borrowing client funds, the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) requested that he appear for on-the-record testimony. Because he…