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Who is Broker Curtis Edmark of Centaurus Financial?

Curtis Edmark (CRD #1596961) is a broker currently registered with Centaurus Financial, Inc. in Greenfield, Wisconsin. […]

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Curtis Edmark (CRD #1596961) is a broker currently registered with Centaurus Financial, Inc. in Greenfield, Wisconsin. His BrokerCheck record includes customer complaints alleging unsuitable investment recommendations and a state regulatory action. If you invested with Curtis Edmark and suffered losses, you may have legal options to recover your money through FINRA arbitration.

Curtis Edmark’s Background and Registration History

According to FINRA BrokerCheck, Curtis Edmark has been in the securities industry since approximately 2005. He currently holds registrations in Arizona, California, Florida, and Wisconsin.

Edmark has passed the following industry examinations:

Throughout his career, Edmark has been associated with several broker-dealer firms:

Customer Complaints Against Curtis Edmark

Curtis Edmark’s BrokerCheck record contains customer complaints that raise serious concerns for investors. Here is what has been disclosed:

2024 Customer Complaint – Unsuitable Investments

On May 29, 2024, an investor filed a complaint alleging that Curtis Edmark recommended unsuitable, high-risk, speculative, and illiquid investments. The complaint also alleged a breach of fiduciary duty. The investor is seeking $150,000 in damages. This complaint is currently pending.

Additional Disclosure Events

Edmark’s record also includes a second customer complaint with similar allegations involving unsuitable investment recommendations. These allegations suggest a pattern of conduct that investors should carefully evaluate.

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Wisconsin Regulatory Action (2005)

In 2005, the Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions, Division of Securities, issued a prohibition order against Curtis Edmark. The action was taken for acting as a securities agent in the sale of unregistered viatical settlement contracts.

Viatical settlements involve purchasing life insurance policies from terminally ill individuals at a discount. These are high-risk, illiquid investments that are often unsuitable for retail investors. A state regulatory action prohibiting someone from selling securities is a significant red flag that investors should take seriously.

What Are Unsuitable Investment Recommendations?

Under FINRA rules, brokers have a duty to recommend only investments that are suitable for their clients based on factors such as:

When a broker recommends high-risk, speculative, or illiquid investments to a conservative investor or someone approaching retirement, it can constitute a suitability violation under FINRA Rule 2111. Victims of unsuitable recommendations may be able to recover their losses through FINRA arbitration.

Concerns About Centaurus Financial, Inc.

Centaurus Financial, Inc. (CRD #30833) is the broker-dealer firm where Curtis Edmark is currently registered. Centaurus Financial has its own history of regulatory issues and customer complaints. Brokerage firms have a duty to supervise their registered representatives and ensure compliance with securities laws and FINRA rules.

When a firm fails to adequately supervise a broker who engages in misconduct, the firm may share liability for investor losses. If you invested with Curtis Edmark through Centaurus Financial, both the broker and the firm may be responsible for your damages.

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How FINRA Arbitration Can Help You Recover Losses

FINRA arbitration is the primary method for resolving disputes between investors and their brokers or brokerage firms. Unlike traditional litigation, FINRA arbitration typically resolves cases faster and at a lower cost.

In a FINRA arbitration case, you can seek recovery for:

There are time limits for filing FINRA arbitration claims, so it is important to act promptly if you believe you have suffered losses due to broker misconduct.

What to Do If You Invested with Curtis Edmark

If you are a current or former client of Curtis Edmark at Centaurus Financial and have experienced investment losses, consider taking these steps:

  1. Review your account statements – Look for unexplained losses, unfamiliar investments, or high-risk products you did not authorize or understand.
  2. Check your investment suitability – Were the investments appropriate for your age, risk tolerance, and financial goals?
  3. Preserve your records – Keep all account statements, trade confirmations, and communications with your broker.
  4. Consult a securities attorney – An experienced investment fraud lawyer can evaluate your situation and advise whether you have a viable claim.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Curtis Edmark?

Curtis Edmark (CRD #1596961) is a securities broker registered with Centaurus Financial, Inc. in Greenfield, Wisconsin. His BrokerCheck record includes customer complaints alleging unsuitable investment recommendations and a 2005 Wisconsin regulatory action for selling unregistered viatical settlement contracts.

What complaints have been filed against Curtis Edmark?

An investor complaint filed in May 2024 alleges that Edmark recommended unsuitable, high-risk, speculative, and illiquid investments, and breached his fiduciary duty. The investor is seeking $150,000 in damages. His record also includes additional disclosure events.

Can I recover my investment losses from Curtis Edmark?

If Curtis Edmark recommended unsuitable investments that caused you financial losses, you may be able to recover damages through FINRA arbitration. An experienced securities fraud attorney can evaluate whether you have a viable claim.

What is FINRA arbitration?

FINRA arbitration is a dispute resolution process overseen by the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority. It allows investors to file claims against brokers and brokerage firms to recover investment losses caused by misconduct, such as unsuitable recommendations or fraud.

How long do I have to file a FINRA arbitration claim?

FINRA rules generally require arbitration claims to be filed within six years of the event giving rise to the dispute. However, other time limitations may also apply, so it is important to consult an attorney promptly.

Contact The Frankowski Firm for a Free Consultation

If you invested with Curtis Edmark at Centaurus Financial and suffered losses, The Frankowski Firm can help. With over 25 years of experience representing investors in securities arbitration and broker fraud cases, our attorneys have the knowledge and resources to fight for your recovery.

Call us today at 888-741-7503 or contact us online for a free, confidential consultation. We work on a contingency basis, which means you pay nothing unless we recover money for you.