Richard Vullo (CRD #5761399) Has a Judgment / Lien Disclosure on FINRA BrokerCheck

Richard Vullo (CRD #5761399) is a broker with a judgment / lien disclosure on FINRA BrokerCheck. We reviewed his BrokerCheck report on April 10, 2026. It reflects one judgment / lien disclosure. If you invested with Richard Vullo and have concerns, keep reading.

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Judgment / Lien Disclosures

Richard Vullo’s FINRA BrokerCheck Report reflects one judgment / lien disclosure. A summary of the disclosure is below:

Richard Vullo’s FINRA BrokerCheck Report shows that, on January 29, 2026, a civil judgment / lien for $13,037.88 was filed in State Court in the Superior Court of New Jersey, Law Division, Special Civil Part, Middlesex County. Richard Vullo’s FINRA BrokerCheck Report lists LVNV Funding LLC as assignee of WebBank as the holder. It also states the matter remains outstanding and identifies Docket / Case No. MID-DC-024685-25.

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

FINRA Rule 1122 bars associated persons from filing incomplete or inaccurate registration information that could mislead FINRA. Financial events such as unsatisfied judgments or liens can make accurate and timely disclosure important.

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

FINRA Rule 2010 requires firms and associated persons to observe high standards of commercial honor. When a broker has a reported financial event, investors may look closely at disclosure practices, compliance controls, and how the information was handled.

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, Richard Vullo:

Is currently registered with NYLIFE Securities LLC.

Has passed the Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) exam. Richard Vullo has passed Series 7 and Series 66.

Was previously registered with firms that include MML Investors Services, LLC, AXA Advisors, LLC, and Edward Jones.

Kurta Law Can Help

If you have worked with Richard Vullo and you have concerns about the conduct reflected in BrokerCheck, 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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