Bradley Godfrey (CRD #6518876) Has Customer Dispute, Financial, and Judgment / Lien Disclosures on FINRA BrokerCheck

Bradley Godfrey (CRD #6518876) is a broker with disclosures on FINRA BrokerCheck. We reviewed his BrokerCheck report on April 10, 2026. It reflects one customer dispute, three financial disclosures, and one judgment / lien disclosure. If you invested with Bradley Godfrey and have concerns, keep reading.

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BrokerCheck report: BrokerCheck Report (PDF)

Investor Disputes / Customer Complaints

Bradley Godfrey’s FINRA BrokerCheck report reflects one customer dispute disclosure. A summary of the dispute is below:

On October 7, 2019, a customer alleged Bradley Godfrey failed to follow instructions and purchased MFS mutual funds on January 31, 2019. The matter settled on October 21, 2019 for $10,250.86. Bradley Godfrey’s FINRA BrokerCheck report lists Edward Jones as the employing firm, identifies the product as a mutual fund, and says the complaint was written rather than oral. The report also says the firm resolved the claim after its investigation and that Godfrey made no individual contribution to the settlement.

Financial Disclosures

Bradley Godfrey’s FINRA BrokerCheck report reflects three financial disclosures. The summaries below highlight two examples. One additional financial disclosure appears on the report.

On February 10, 2026, Bradley Godfrey’s FINRA BrokerCheck report shows a pending compromise with Discover. The report lists an original amount owed of $13,060.72 and says the matter was settled for $6,661.00 over 12 payments, with the last payment due on January 28, 2027.

Another financial disclosure became final on January 5, 2026. Bradley Godfrey’s FINRA BrokerCheck report says American Express National Bank was the creditor, the original amount owed was $11,620.96, and the matter was satisfied and released on February 23, 2026 after a single payment settlement of $8,485.00.

Judgment / Lien Disclosures

Bradley Godfrey’s FINRA BrokerCheck report reflects one judgment / lien disclosure. A summary appears below:

On January 20, 2026, Bradley Godfrey’s FINRA BrokerCheck report shows a civil judgment / lien in the amount of $11,620.96. The report lists American Express National Bank as the holder, State Court of Cherokee County as the court, and docket number 25SCE0293. It also states the judgment / lien remains outstanding.

Rule Summary #1: FINRA Rule 2111 (Suitability)

FINRA Rule 2111 (Suitability) requires a broker to have a reasonable basis for a recommendation. A complaint about an unauthorized or mismatched mutual fund purchase can raise questions about whether the recommendation fit the customer’s instructions and objectives.

Rule Summary #2: FINRA Rule 2010 (Standards of Commercial Honor and Principles of Trade)

FINRA Rule 2010 (Standards of Commercial Honor and Principles of Trade) requires firms and associated persons to observe high standards of commercial honor and just and equitable principles of trade. Investor complaints about transaction handling and account conduct often draw attention to that broader duty.

Why This Matters to Investors (Regulation Best Interest)

Regulation Best Interest (Reg BI) is a U.S. securities regulation. It strengthens the standard of conduct that broker-dealers owe to retail investors. It applies when they recommend securities transactions or investment strategies. The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission adopted Reg BI. It became effective on June 30, 2020. Reg BI aims to protect investors while preserving access to brokerage products and services.

Reg BI requires broker-dealers and financial advisors to act in a retail customer’s best interest at the time of a recommendation. They must not place their own financial or other interests ahead of the customer’s. This standard is higher than the older “suitability” rule. Suitability meant a recommendation only had to be appropriate. It did not have to be the best option or free of conflicts.

Reg BI has four key obligations:

Disclosure Obligation – Broker-dealers must disclose material facts about the relationship and the recommendation. This includes fees, the scope of services, and conflicts of interest.

Care Obligation – Broker-dealers must use reasonable diligence, care, and skill. They must consider costs, risks, and alternatives when making a recommendation.

Conflict of Interest Obligation – Firms must identify conflicts of interest. They must disclose them and mitigate or eliminate them. This includes conflicts that create incentives to favor one product over another.

Compliance Obligation – Firms must maintain policies and procedures. Those policies should be designed to ensure compliance with Reg BI as a whole.

Reg BI applies to each recommendation. It is not a continuous duty like the fiduciary standard for registered investment advisers. Even so, it narrows the gap. It puts more focus on costs, conflicts, and investor-focused decision-making.

Overall, Regulation Best Interest promotes transparency. It also aims to improve the quality of investment recommendations. It is designed to reinforce trust between retail investors and broker-dealers in the U.S. securities markets.

Background Information (from BrokerCheck)

Based on his FINRA BrokerCheck report, Bradley Godfrey:

Is currently registered with Equitable Advisors, LLC.

Has passed the Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) exam. Bradley Godfrey has also passed Series 7 and Series 66.

Was previously registered with firms that include MML Investors Services, LLC and Edward Jones.

Kurta Law Can Help

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