The SEC’s New IA Advertising Rule: A Complete Look, from Testimonials to Compliance Oversight
Regulatory Compliance Watch Webinar | February 2, 2021 @ 11:00am to 12:00pm PT | Speakers: Michelle L. Jacko
NASAA Members Adopt Model Rule to Require Continuing Education by Investment Adviser Representatives
The North American Securities Administration Association (NASAA) is a voluntary body composed of state securities regulators across all 50 states, Canada, and Mexico. Founded in 1919, it is the oldest international regulatory organization devoted to investor protection. Many in the … Read More
Preparing for Year-End – Investment Adviser Compliance Checklist
This year will certainly be one for the history books. The worldwide pandemic continues to impact our country and the way we live. For the financial industry, we have witnessed evolutions and changes of focus in regulatory examinations.
Episode 81: Preparing for Year-End
On this month’s episode of the CCO Buzz, Core Compliance’s Managing Director of Consultation Services, Tina Mitchell, discusses Year-End Prep for Investment Advisers.
A Change in State Oversight Prompts California’s Investment Advisors to Review Their Policies and Procedures
To help strengthen the state’s consumer protection laws and oversight of the financial industry, California has passed legislation that has changed the name of the Department of Business Oversight (DBO) to the Department of Financial Protection and Innovation (DFPI) and … Read More
What CCOs and Compliance Departments Need to Know About the SEC’s New Definition of ‘Accredited Investor’
Not long ago, the ability to invest in private offerings in the U.S. was limited to those whose annualized income and net worth afforded a country-club lifestyle. The requirements were an average income of $200,000 for the last two years … Read More
Your Annual Review: Cybersecurity and Privacy
The annual review is one of the three (3) pillars of Rule 206(4)-7 (“the Compliance Rule”) of the Investment Advisers Act of 1940 (“the Advisers Act”). The rule requires SEC-registered investment advisers (“RIAs”) to annually review “the adequacy of the … Read More
Registered Investment Advisers – Time to Revisit your Disclosures?
Proper Disclosures are a Fiduciary Responsibility One of the most important fiduciary duties of a Registered Investment Adviser (“RIA”) is that of disclosure. Current regulations require disclosure of many aspects of a RIA’s business including, among many things, ownership, business … Read More
FINRA and Prometric Provide Updates on Online Testing and Test Center Solutions
The Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (“FINRA”) and Prometric Testing Centers have announced additional accommodations and updates for individuals seeking to take exams for the Securities Industry Essentials (“SIE”) and Series 6, 7, 65, 66, and 63 Exams, and fulfillment of … Read More
Immediate Impacts of COVID-19 on Investment Adviser Compliance Programs
A month ago, it was unclear of how much COVID-19 (the “coronavirus”) would impact all of us in every facet of our lives. For some, we are indefinitely “sheltered in” and are working remotely where possible. Others must take care … Read More