Gerard Turiano (CRD #6141175) Has Judgment / Lien Disclosures on FINRA BrokerCheck

Gerard Turiano (CRD #6141175) is a broker with judgment/lien disclosures on FINRA BrokerCheck. We reviewed his BrokerCheck report on April 10, 2026. It reflects four judgment/lien disclosures. If you invested with Gerard Turiano and have concerns, keep reading.

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Judgment / Lien Disclosures

Gerard Turiano’s FINRA BrokerCheck report reflects four judgment/lien disclosures. Summaries of two disclosures are below. Two additional judgment/lien disclosures also appear on Gerard Turiano’s FINRA BrokerCheck report.

On January 28, 2026, Gerard Turiano’s FINRA BrokerCheck report disclosed a $24,533.70 civil judgment in Florida. BrokerCheck lists Lacey Habicht as the holder, states the judgment remains outstanding, and includes Turiano’s comment that the matter involved a dissolved partnership.

Gerard Turiano’s FINRA BrokerCheck report also shows a $4,001.52 civil judgment filed on December 6, 2019. BrokerCheck lists Capital One Bank as the holder and states the judgment remains outstanding. BrokerCheck separately reflects two more civil judgment/lien disclosures tied to Bank of America and Oradell Animal Hospital.

Rule Summary #1: FINRA Rule 1122 (Filing of Misleading Information as to Membership or Registration)

FINRA Rule 1122 bars incomplete or inaccurate registration filings that could mislead. That matters because BrokerCheck depends on accurate disclosure reporting.

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

FINRA Rule 2010 requires high standards of commercial honor and just and equitable principles of trade. Financial disclosure issues can raise concerns about transparency and investor trust.

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, Gerard Turiano:

Is currently registered with PFS Investments Inc. BrokerCheck also shows an investment adviser registration with Primerica Advisors.

Has passed the Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) exam. Gerard Turiano has also passed Series 6, Series 26, and Series 63.

Is currently registered in four U.S. states and territories. He was previously registered with PFS Investments Inc. in Hasbrouck Heights, New Jersey from May 2013 through December 2013.

Kurta Law Can Help

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