Brad Katzer Faces Excessive Trading Complaint From Equitable Advisors Client

Brad Joseph Katzer (CRD: 6627091), a securities broker based in Port Washington, Wisconsin, was named in a client complaint alleging investment losses, according to Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) BrokerCheck. Katzer has been registered with Equitable Advisors LLC as a broker since October 2, 2017, and as a financial advisor since May 9, 2018. Here’s what the client alleged and how Equitable Advisors responded.

Equitable Advisors Client Accused Brad Katzer Of Unsuitable Recommendations

On April 10, 2026, an Equitable Advisors client filed a written complaint about Brad Katzer. The client alleged that Katzer traded excessively, made unsuitable recommendations, and provided misleading information about fees. The client claimed that this conduct caused losses involving stocks and sought compensation from Equitable Advisors or Katzer. Equitable Advisors denied the complaint on April 30, 2026. According to the securities broker’s statement, the firm found no grounds for the client’s complaint.

What Does Excessive Trading Mean?

Excessive trading generally means buying and selling securities more often than is reasonable for a client’s investment goals, risk tolerance, and financial situation. The activity may generate costs while exposing the client to greater market risk. Whether trading is excessive depends on factors such as turnover, cost-to-equity ratios, account strategy, and who controlled the trading.

Seeking Help With Investment Losses Involving Brad Katzer?

Investors who believe they lost money because of Brad Katzer can contact Soreide Law Group online or call (888) 760-6552 to speak with a securities attorney about whether they may be able to recover their investment losses. Soreide Law Group has recovered losses for investors throughout the United States, works on a contingency fee basis, and advances all costs. Katzer and brokerage firm Equitable Advisors deny accusations of sales practice violations.