John Robert Landas (CRD #2255514) Has a Customer Dispute Disclosure on FINRA BrokerCheck

John Robert Landas (CRD #2255514) is a broker with a customer dispute on FINRA BrokerCheck. We reviewed his BrokerCheck report on February 9, 2026. It reflects one customer dispute. If you invested with John Landas and have concerns, keep reading.

BrokerCheck link: BrokerCheck

BrokerCheck report: BrokerCheck Report (PDF)

Investor Disputes / Customer Complaints

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

On December 15, 2025, a customer filed a written complaint. The customer says the Variable Universal Life insurance policy purchased in November 2025 was not signed by her. She asked for the policy to be cancelled. The employing firm listed is NYLIFE Securities LLC. The dispute is listed as Pending. FINRA BrokerCheck lists the product type as insurance. Alleged damages are listed as $0.00. While the customer did not make a specific claim for damages, the firm made a good faith determination that damages may exceed $5,000.

Rule Summary #1: FINRA Rule 2010 (Standards of Commercial Honor and Principles of Trade)

FINRA Rule 2010 is a broad standard for ethical conduct. It requires member firms to observe high standards of commercial honor. Customer complaints can raise questions about whether the sales process was fair and properly documented.

Rule Summary #2: FINRA Rule 3110 (Supervision)

FINRA Rule 3110 requires firms to maintain a supervisory system. That system should be designed to achieve compliance with laws and FINRA rules. When a complaint involves paperwork and authorization, supervision and review controls may be important.

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, John Robert Landas:

Is currently registered with NYLIFE Securities LLC.

Has passed the Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) exam. John Robert Landas has passed Series 6. He has also passed Series 63.

Was previously registered with firms that include CUNA Brokerage Services, Inc., AXA Advisors, LLC, and The Equitable Life Assurance Society of the United States.

Kurta Law Can Help

If you have worked with John Landas and you have concerns about his activity, Kurta Law may be able to help you evaluate your legal options. To speak with Kurta Law, call 877-600-0098 or email info@kurtalawfirm.com.

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