David Crossan and John Stephens Jr. , who collectively managed $305 million at Wells Fargo Advisors, have teamed up and gone independent through affiliation with LPL Financial.
In launching Shoreline Wealth Management, which has offices in the New Jersey shore communities of Manahawkin and Manchester, the two used LPL’s model designed for breakaway brokers.
Crossan, who is based in Manchester, had been with Wells Fargo since 2006. Stephens, who is based in Manahawkin, joined Wells Fargo in 2011.
A staff member, Brittany Forte, joined Crossan and Stephens in the move.
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.
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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.
