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Margin Calls in the Tariffs Stock Market Crash

In margin investing, investors borrow money from a brokerage to fund investments, using their existing securities as collateral. It is a strategy some brokers may recommend because when it works, it can earn you high returns you might not be able to achieve otherwise. But when the market takes a downturn, a broker might issue […]

Structured Notes Losses | Why Risk Management Matters for Investors

With the advancement of technology, structured notes have become more accessible and very popular among a wide variety of investors, especially those seeking alternative investment opportunities. Despite its popularity and availability, investors still need to be wary of the risks and potential losses associated with structured notes. If you have suffered losses due to structured […]

Understanding the Risks of Alternative Investments

Alternative investments offer retail investors the opportunity to participate in emerging markets and hedge their bets against inflation. While alternative investments open up the possibility of high returns, these investments are also a high-risk proposition. They are typically less liquid and less regulated, making them less secure than traditional investments such as stocks or bonds. […]

The Pros and Cons of Settling Vs. Pursuing Litigation for Investment Losses

Investment losses can be a significant financial burden that requires investigation and recourse. Two common strategies for dealing with investment losses are settling or pursuing litigation. This article investigates the advantages and disadvantages of both approaches, considering their respective effects on finances and legal implications. Settling is often seen as a more suitable option than litigation due […]

Understanding Unsuitable Investments

Understanding unsuitable investments is crucial for investors who want to protect their capital and achieve their investment goals. Unsuitable investments do not align with an investor’s investment profile, investment experience, risk tolerance, and investment time horizon. On the other hand, suitable investments are those that match an investor’s investment strategy and goals. Investors should be […]

Financial Advisor Christopher Hartman Facing Allegations for Unsuitable REITs, Investment Loss

Christopher Hartman is a previously registered Broker and previously registered Investment Adviser. Broker’s Background He entered the securities industry in 1988 and previously worked for Kovack Securities, Inc.; TKG Financial, LLC; Morgan Stanley Smith Barney; Citigroup Global Markets, Inc.; Lehman Brothers, Inc.; Smith Barney, Harris Upham & Co., Inc.; and Talley, McNeil & Co., Inc. […]

Financial Advisor Paul Koch (RBC Capital Markets, LLC) Customer Complaints

Paul Koch (CRD#: 1777599) is a previously registered Broker and Investment Advisor. Broker’s Background Paul Koch entered the securities industry in 1987 and previously worked for RBC Capital Markets, LLC; UBS Financial Services, Inc.; Citigroup Global Markets, Inc.; Miller Johnson Steichen Kinnard, Inc.; John G. Kinnard & Company, Inc.; Prudential Securities, Inc.; Piper Jaffray, Inc.; […]

Financial Advisor Robert Nyilas (Lebenthal Financial Services, Inc.) Customer Complaints

Robert Nyilas (CRD#: 1030273) is a previously registered Broker. He entered the securities industry in 1982 and previously worked for Lebenthal Financial Services, Inc.; Advisory Group Equity Services, Ltd.; Source Capital Group, Inc.; Gilford Securities Incorporated; Gruntal & Co.; LLC; Herzfeld & Stern, Inc.; E.F. Hutton & Company, Inc. According to publicly available records released […]