Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) BrokerCheck reveals disclosures about securities broker Timothy Joseph Banks (also known as Tim Banks) [CRD: 4497630, Creve Coeur, Missouri]. Banks has worked in the securities industry for 18 years, previously registered as a broker and currently acting as an investment adviser. His employment history includes positions at Private Client Services LLC (2018-2020) and LPL Financial LLC (2010-2018).
Recent disclosures reveal concerns about Banks’ conduct, including multiple client disputes alleging unsuitable investment recommendations.
On May 2, 2024, a client of LPL Financial LLC filed a FINRA arbitration claim (Case No. 24-00611) alleging that an investment made in 2014 was unsuitable for their investment objectives and risk tolerance. The claim is currently pending, with damages alleged to exceed $5,000.
Similarly, on January 24, 2024, another LPL Financial LLC client initiated FINRA arbitration (Case No. 24-00181), contending that an investment made in 2013 was unsuitable. This matter also remains pending, with damages alleged to exceed $5,000.
On July 28, 2020, a client of LPL Financial LLC alleged that Banks recommended non-traded real estate investment trusts (REITs) and other alternative investments between 2011 and 2013 that were unsuitable for their objectives. FINRA arbitration (Case No. 20-02392) resulted in a settlement of $5,000 on July 1, 2021.
On December 22, 2004, a client of American General Securities Incorporated filed a complaint alleging that Banks recommended two whole life insurance policies with annual premiums totaling $60,000, which were unsuitable for their retirement objectives. The complaint was later withdrawn on February 10, 2005.
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