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Shawn Bumgardner Allegedly Misrepresented Variable Annuity

Shawn Bumgardner (CRD #: 2492380), a broker registered with Ameriprise Financial Services, allegedly misrepresented an investment product, according to his BrokerCheck record, accessed on August 20, 2022. Read on if you have questions about his conduct as a broker.

Investor Dispute

On May 9, 2022, an investor alleged that Shawn Bumgardner misrepresented provisions of the variable annuity she purchased in October 2021 and that she did not receive a copy of the annuity contract. The client sought $416,093.07 in damages but the dispute was denied by the firm.

Investors should know, however, that firms don’t need to permit an external review before denying a dispute. Investors can still seek out FINRA arbitration after a denial and potentially recoup their losses.

FINRA Rule 2020

Misrepresenting investments violates FINRA Rule 2020, which bans the use of manipulative, and deceptive means of influencing the purchase and sale of securities.

Background Information

Shawn Bumgardner has passed the following exams:

  • Series 66 – Uniform Combined State Law Examination
  • Series 63 – Uniform Securities Agent State Law Examination
  • SIE – Securities Industry Essentials Examination
  • Series 7 – General Securities Representative Examination

Shawn Bumgardner is a registered broker in 27 states and a registered investment adviser in Michigan and Texas.

He has also worked for IDS Life Insurance Company (CRD#:6321).

Kurta Law Can Help

If you worked with Shawn Bumgardner 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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