A three-adviser team managing $380 million at RBC Capital Markets has gone independent and affiliated with LPL Financial through its Strategic Wealth Services platform.
George Chardukian, Adam Goldstein and Maria Peralta formed Adara Wealth Management and opened an office in Tucson, Arizona. They will use LPL’s broker-dealer, corporate RIA and custodial platforms and receive operational and management support from LPL.
Chardukian has been in the industry since 1982 and joined RBC in 2002. He hired Goldstein as a college intern, leading to his full-time employment immediately after he graduated in 2007.
Rajesh Markan earlier this year pleaded guilty to one count of criminal fraud related to his sale of fake investments to 10 clients totaling $2.9 million.
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"The outcome is correct, but it's disappointing that FINRA had ample opportunity to investigate the merits of clients' allegations in these claims, including the testimony in the three investor arbitrations with hearings," Jeff Erez, a plaintiff's attorney representing a large portion of the Stifel clients, said.
Chair also praised the passage of stablecoin legislation this week.
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Barely a decade old, registered index-linked annuities have quickly surged in popularity, thanks to their unique blend of protection and growth potential—an appealing option for investors looking to chart a steadier course through today's choppy market waters, says Myles Lambert, Brighthouse Financial.
