Deetra Marie Tesla (CRD #2567278) Has a Customer Dispute Disclosure on FINRA BrokerCheck

Deetra Marie Tesla (CRD #2567278) is a broker with a customer dispute on FINRA BrokerCheck. We reviewed her BrokerCheck report on May 11, 2026. It reflects one pending customer dispute. If you invested with Deetra Tesla and have concerns, keep reading.

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BrokerCheck report: BrokerCheck Report (PDF)

Investor Disputes / Customer Complaints

Deetra Tesla’s FINRA BrokerCheck Report reflects one customer dispute disclosure. A summary of the dispute is below:

On March 11, 2026, a customer dispute involving Deetra Tesla was filed with FINRA Dispute Resolution. Deetra Tesla FINRA BrokerCheck states the claimant alleged unsuitable DST recommendations. The claimant said a former registered representative recommended overconcentrated DST positions after September 2022. The claim also cites fiduciary breach, negligence, negligent supervision, fraud, and breach of contract. It also cites securities-law violations against the representative and/or the firm. As to Deetra Tesla, the claim alleges only control-person liability under the Securities Exchange Act. Deetra Tesla FINRA BrokerCheck lists the matter as pending. It lists the product as a Delaware Statutory Trust and the docket number as 26-00475. Deetra Tesla FINRA BrokerCheck statement says she believes the claims against her lack merit. She says she intends to defend the claim.

Rule Summary #1: FINRA Rule 2111 (Suitability)

FINRA Rule 2111 covers suitability for securities recommendations. It asks whether the recommendation matched the investor profile and the risks of the product. Suitability disputes often focus on risk, concentration, liquidity, and time horizon.

Rule Summary #2: FINRA Rule 3110 (Supervision)

FINRA Rule 3110 requires firms to maintain a reasonable supervisory system. It also requires written procedures that fit the firm’s business. Supervision claims often ask whether the firm reviewed recommendations and detected red flags.

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.

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 her FINRA BrokerCheck report, Deetra Tesla:

Is currently registered with TCFG Wealth Management, LLC.

Has passed the Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) exam. Deetra Tesla has passed Series 7, Series 55, and Series 99TO. She has also passed Series 24, Series 14, and Series 63.

Was previously registered with firms that include Augment Capital, LLC, Portsmouth Financial Services, American Alternative Capital, LLC, and Lex.

Kurta Law Can Help

If you have worked with Deetra Tesla and have concerns about her activity, Kurta Law may be able to help. The firm can evaluate your legal options. To speak with Kurta Law, call 877-600-0098 or email info@kurtalawfirm.com.

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