John McDonald Allegedly Failed to Inform Investor of Annuities’ Fees
John McDonald (CRD #: 5085121), a broker registered with NYLIFE Securities, allegedly failed to fully inform an investor, according to his BrokerCheck record, accessed on May 3, 2023. Keep reading to learn more about his alleged conduct as a broker.
Investor Dispute
On February 22, 2023, an investor alleged that John McDonald failed to inform her of the fees associated with three variable annuities purchased in August 2022. This dispute was denied by the firm.
Investors should be aware, however, that firms don’t need to permit an outside review before denying a dispute. Investors may be able to recover their funds by seeking out FINRA arbitration following a denial.
FINRA Rule 2020
FINRA Rule 2020 bans the use of manipulation, deception, and other fraudulent methods to influence investors’ decisions. This includes the misrepresentation or omission of information, such as an investment’s potential fees, risks, or returns.
Background Information
John McDonald has passed the following exams:
- Series 66 – Uniform Combined State Law Examination
- SIE – Securities Industry Essentials Examination
- Series 7 – General Securities Representative Examination
John McDonald is a registered broker in Alabama, Florida, and Georgia.
He has also worked for AXA Advisors (CRD#:6627).
Kurta Law Can Help
If you worked with John McDonald and you 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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