Dean Toscano Facing an Alternative Investment Dispute

Dean Toscano (CRD #: 6145732), a broker registered with GPWA, is the subject of an investor dispute. This disclosure appears on his BrokerCheck record, accessed on March 22, 2024. Keep reading if you have questions regarding his alleged conduct. 

Investor Allegations 

On December 19, 2023, an investor alleged that Dean Toscano recommended an unsuitable alternative investment. The investor is seeking $50,000. 

What is an Unsuitable Investment?

FINRA Rule 2111 requires brokers to evaluate whether an investment strategy fits their investor’s financial goals. Brokers must examine the investor’s profile, which contains the following investor characteristics:

• Age
• Risk tolerance
• Time horizon (i.e., how long the investor plans to hold the investment)
• Investing experience
• Tax status
• Financial goals

Investors who rely on brokers for recommendations may be able to recover losses from unsuitable investment recommendations by pursuing FINRA arbitration.

High Standards of Commercial Honor 

FINRA Rule 2010 holds brokers to high standards of commercial honor and just and equitable principles of trade. Violations of FINRA Rule 2111 also violate this rule. 

Background Information 

Dean Toscano 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 Florida, Kentucky, and Tennessee. 

During his 11 years of experience, Dean Toscano has registered with two firms: GPWA (CRD #: 170171) and MML Investors Services (CRD #: 10409). 

Kurta Law Can Help 

If you have worked with Dean Toscano and have concerns about your investments, do not hesitate to contact us at 877-600-0098 or info@kurtalawfirm.com for a free consultation. 

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