Edward Hill is Facing Allegations that He Recommended an Unsuitable Structured Note

Edward Hill (CRD #: 6008804), a broker registered with LPL Financial, is the subject of an investor dispute. This disclosure appears on his BrokerCheck record, accessed on November 20, 2023. Investors should know this is the third investor dispute. 

On October 10, 2023, investors alleged that Edward Hill recommended an unsuitable structured note. 

Structured products

Structured products are complex investments that combine a bond and a derivative. Investors’ returns are dependent on the performance of the derivative component—examples of which include forwards, options, and swaps.

The complicated nature of structured products makes them difficult for investors to evaluate.

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.

Background Information 

Edward Hill 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 ten states, North Carolina. He is also a registered investment adviser in North Carolina. 

During his 11 years in the securities industry, he has registered with two firms: 

• LPL Financial (CRD #: 6413) 
• Edward Jones (CRD #: 250) 

Kurta Law Can Help

If you worked with Edward Hill and have concerns about your investments, please contact us today at 877-600-0098 or info@kurtalawfirm.com for a free consultation.

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