Blog
On-Site Due Diligence for Product Sponsors
Thanks to technology, a majority of the gathering and reviewing of information during the due diligence process can typically be done so remotely by officers or committees of the broker-dealer. However, an operational due diligence process is not complete without an on-site visit. […]
The Senior Safe Act: “Immunity” with Conditions
On May 23, 2019, the SEC, NASAA, and FINRA published a year-end review of the Senior Safe Act which became federal law one year ago. In doing so, they also issued a Fact Sheet to help raise awareness with financial institutions and describe how the Act’s immunity provisions work. [...]
AML Podcast Released by FINRA – Unscripted
During April and May 2019, FINRA introduced a new AML podcast. FINRA’s unscripted podcast explained the importance of a solid AML program, its importance to the overall industry, and best practices. Blake Snyder and Jason Foye of FINRA’s AML investigative unit were the guest speakers. […]
OBAs and PSTs – FINRA’s Proposed Rule Change
In May of 2017, FINRA released a Retrospective Rule Review 17-20 requesting comments on the effectiveness and efficiency of its Rule 3270, Outside Business Activities (“OBAs”) of Registered Persons, and Rule 3280, Private Securities Transactions (“PSTs”) of an Associated Person. Then, in February of 2018, FINRA issued Regulatory Notice 18-08 [...]
Supervisory Responsibilities – NASD Guidance
If you are a broker dealer or a supervisor at a broker dealer, I’m sure you have come across the terms Written Supervisory Procedures, Supervisory Procedures, and Compliance Systems. How many of you really know the difference, and before your eyes glaze over the rest of the article, how many [...]
Imposter Websites Reported by Member Firms
FINRA has recently received notice from several FINRA member firms indicating that they have been victims of imposter websites designed to mimic their actual websites with the end goal of committing financial fraud. […]