January 25, 2025

Brittani Schaefer Facing Allegations of Unsuitable Investments at Arete Wealth Management

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Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) BrokerCheck reveals disclosures about securities broker Brittani Corren Schaefer (also known as Brittani Corren Cooper) [CRD#: 6327801, St. Louis, Missouri].

Brittani Schaefer worked for Edward Jones from June 24, 2014, to September 15, 2020, and later joined Arete Wealth Management, LLC, on September 11, 2020, where she remained until May 15, 2024. Schaefer is now affiliated with RFG Advisory, LLC, doing business as Cooper Tower Wealth.

Recent disclosures reveal concerns about Schaefer’s conduct, including allegations of unsuitable investment recommendations and sales practice violations.

Arete Wealth Management Client Files Arbitration Claim Alleging Unsuitable Recommendations

On September 17, 2024, a client of Arete Wealth Management alleged that Brittani Schaefer recommended an unsuitable alternative investment. The client claims that this recommendation caused financial damages amounting to $100,000. This matter is currently pending resolution through a FINRA arbitration process (FINRA Arbitration No. 24-01937).

Arete Wealth Management Client Wins Arbitration Against Brittani Schaefer for Sales Practice Violations

Previously, on June 15, 2022, a client filed a complaint against Schaefer, alleging multiple causes of action, including breach of fiduciary duty, violations of Missouri’s Securities Act, breach of contract, and negligence. The client sought damages of $118,722.70. FINRA arbitration (Case No. 22-01337) concluded on February 29, 2024, with an award of $75,000, plus interest, in compensatory damages to the client. This settlement was paid by Arete Wealth Management, with no individual contribution from Schaefer.

Contact Soreide Law About Brittani Schaefer Today

Looking for more information about Brittani Schaefer? If so, reach out to Soreide Law Group online or at (888) 760-6552 to speak with a securities attorney. The team at Soreide Law Group works on a contingency basis, advances costs as needed, and assists investors across the country with recovering losses from sales practice misconduct. Schaefer and the firms she worked for deny accusations of sales practice violations.

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