Austin Arata Allegedly Engaged in Unauthorized Trading
Austin Arata (CRD #: 6448739), a broker registered with Kinecta Financial & Insurance Services, is the subject of an investor dispute. This disclosure appears on his BrokerCheck record, accessed on April 22, 2024. Keep reading if you have questions concerning his alleged conduct.
Investor Allegations
On March 11, 2024, an investor alleged that Austin Arata executed unauthorized transactions. The investor is seeking $340,000.
Unauthorized Trading
Unauthorized trading violates FINRA Rule 3260, which limits brokers to exercising their trading discretion in pre-approved discretionary accounts.
FINRA Rule 2010
FINRA Rule 2010 holds brokers to high standards of commercial honor and just and equitable principles of trade. Unauthorized trading also violates this rule.
Background Information
Austin Arata has passed the following exams:
- Series 66 – Uniform Combined State Law Examination
- SIE – Securities Industry Essentials Examination
- Series 7 General Securities Representative Examination
He is a registered broker in 33 states and California.
During his nine years of experience, Austin Arata has registered with two firms: Kinecta Financial & Insurance Services (CRD #: 136597) and LPL Financial (CRD #: 6413).
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