Assets under management Growth by Quarter
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Private Funds
Private funds reported by United Planners' Financial Services of America a Limited Partner
Employee Growth by Quarter
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Ownership
Reported direct and indirect ownership ranges
Reported ownership ranges
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Bars represent the reported range at that individual ownership step, not an estimated percentage of the advisory firm. Indirect relationships may refer to intermediate entities rather than directly to United Planners' Financial Services of America a Limited Partner.
Reported ownership and control details
Form ADV · Filing date 2026-06-18 · Schedules A and B
| # | Owner / person & role | Interest in entity | Reported interest | Control person | Title / status acquired | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | UNITED PLANNERS' GROUP, INC.GENERAL PARTNERDomestic entity | UNITED PLANNERS' FINANCIAL SERVICES OF AMERICA A LIMITED PARTNER | 75% or moreCode E | Yes | GENERAL PARTNER08/1987 | Schedule APDF page 43 |
| 2 | MICHAEL A BAKERPRESIDENTIndividual | UNITED PLANNERS' FINANCIAL SERVICES OF AMERICA A LIMITED PARTNER | Less than 5%Code NA | Yes | PRESIDENT08/2018 | Schedule APDF page 43 |
| 3 | KENNETH WILLIAM JR OLIVERIOEXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT, CHIEF MARKETING OFFICERIndividual | UNITED PLANNERS' FINANCIAL SERVICES OF AMERICA A LIMITED PARTNER | Less than 5%Code NA | Yes | EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT, CHIEF MARKETING OFFICER08/2018 | Schedule APDF page 43 |
| 4 | DAVE B HAUERVICE PRESIDENT COMPLIANCE, CHIEF COMPLIANCE OFFICERIndividual | UNITED PLANNERS' FINANCIAL SERVICES OF AMERICA A LIMITED PARTNER | Less than 5%Code NA | Yes | VICE PRESIDENT COMPLIANCE, CHIEF COMPLIANCE OFFICER07/2018 | Schedule APDF page 43 |
| 5 | CHAD TRAVIS SHINDELVICE PRESIDENT, CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER (CFO)Individual | UNITED PLANNERS' FINANCIAL SERVICES OF AMERICA A LIMITED PARTNER | Less than 5%Code NA | Yes | VICE PRESIDENT, CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER (CFO)08/2018 | Schedule APDF page 43 |
| 6 | SHEILA JUNE CUFFARI-AGASIEXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENTIndividual | UNITED PLANNERS' FINANCIAL SERVICES OF AMERICA A LIMITED PARTNER | Less than 5%Code NA | Yes | EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT08/2018 | Schedule APDF page 43 |
| 7 | MICHAEL A BAKERCHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICE (CEO)Individual | UNITED PLANNERS' FINANCIAL SERVICES OF AMERICA A LIMITED PARTNER | Less than 5%Code NA | Yes | CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICE (CEO)10/2019 | Schedule APDF page 43 |
| 8 | MICHAEL A BAKERPRESIDENTIndividual | UNITED PLANNERS' GROUP, INC. | Percentage not specifiedCode F | Yes | PRESIDENT09/2007 | Schedule BPDF page 43 |
| 9 | CHAD TRAVIS SHINDELTREASURERIndividual | UNITED PLANNERS' GROUP, INC. | Percentage not specifiedCode F | Yes | TREASURER03/2020 | Schedule BPDF page 43 |
| 10 | KENNETH WILLIAM JR OLIVERIOSHAREHOLDERIndividual | UNITED PLANNERS' GROUP, INC. | Percentage not specifiedCode F | No | SHAREHOLDER01/2021 | Schedule BPDF page 43 |
| 11 | SHEILA JUNE CUFFARI-AGASISHAREHOLDERIndividual | UNITED PLANNERS' GROUP, INC. | Percentage not specifiedCode F | No | SHAREHOLDER01/2021 | Schedule BPDF page 43 |
Less than 5% may include zero. Code F identifies a role without specifying a percentage. Reported interests may overlap and may not include every owner. Total indirect ownership is not calculated.
Compliance & Disclosures
Filing dated 6/18/2026 5:48:40 PM
Responses were selected by the RIA in its filing. Questions are shortened for readability; “you” refers to the reporting firm, and some questions also cover advisory affiliates.
AFelonies2 No
In the past ten years, have you or any advisory affiliate:
- A1Been convicted of or pleaded guilty or no contest to a felony?No
- A2Been charged with a felony?No
BMisdemeanors2 No
In the past ten years, have you or any advisory affiliate:
- B1Been convicted of or pleaded guilty or no contest to a misdemeanor involving investments, an investment-related business, fraud, false statements or omissions, wrongful taking of property, bribery, perjury, forgery, counterfeiting, or extortion?No
- B2Been charged with a misdemeanor of the kind listed above?No
CSEC or CFTC actions5 No
Has the SEC or CFTC ever:
- C1Found you or an advisory affiliate made a false statement or omission?No
- C2Found you or an advisory affiliate violated SEC or CFTC regulations or statutes?No
- C3Found you or an advisory affiliate caused an investment-related business to have its authorization to do business denied, suspended, revoked, or restricted?No
- C4Entered an order against you or an advisory affiliate in connection with investment-related activity?No
- C5Imposed a civil money penalty on you or an advisory affiliate, or ordered you or an advisory affiliate to cease and desist from any activity?No
DOther regulatory actions2 Yes3 No
Has any other federal regulatory agency, state regulatory agency, or foreign financial regulatory authority ever:
- D1Found you or an advisory affiliate made a false statement or omission, or was dishonest, unfair, or unethical?No
- D2Found you or an advisory affiliate violated investment-related regulations or statutes?Yes
- D3Found you or an advisory affiliate caused an investment-related business to have its authorization to do business denied, suspended, revoked, or restricted?No
- D4In the past ten years, entered an order against you or an advisory affiliate in connection with investment-related activity?Yes
- D5Denied, suspended, or revoked your or an advisory affiliate’s registration or license, or otherwise prevented association with an investment-related business or restricted activities?No
ESelf-regulatory organization actions2 Yes2 No
Has a self-regulatory organization or commodities exchange ever:
- E1Found you or an advisory affiliate made a false statement or omission?Yes
- E2Found you or an advisory affiliate violated its rules, other than a violation designated as a minor rule violation under an SEC-approved plan?Yes
- E3Found you or an advisory affiliate caused an investment-related business to have its authorization to do business denied, suspended, revoked, or restricted?No
- E4Disciplined you or an advisory affiliate by expulsion, suspension, barring association with other members, or otherwise restricting activities?No
FProfessional authorizations1 No
- FHas an authorization to act as an attorney, accountant, or federal contractor granted to you or an advisory affiliate ever been revoked or suspended?No
GPending regulatory proceedings1 No
- GAre you or any advisory affiliate now the subject of a regulatory proceeding that could result in a “Yes” answer to any part of C, D, or E?No
HCivil judicial actions and proceedings4 No
(1) Court actions
Has a domestic or foreign court:
- H(1)(a)In the past ten years, enjoined you or an advisory affiliate in connection with investment-related activity?No
- H(1)(b)Found that you or an advisory affiliate violated investment-related statutes or regulations?No
- H(1)(c)Dismissed, pursuant to a settlement agreement, an investment-related civil action brought against you or an advisory affiliate by a state or foreign financial regulatory authority?No
(2) Pending civil proceedings
- H(2)Are you or any advisory affiliate now the subject of a civil proceeding that could result in a “Yes” answer to any part of H(1)?No
Additional DRP filings 10 source blocks
Verbatim excerpts from supporting DRP filings, which may concern the firm or advisory affiliates. Amounts retain their filed labels; no total or attribution is inferred.
regulatory · block 1PDF pages 44–45
- Regulator name — filed text
- FINRA
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 200,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Acceptance, Waiver & Consent(AWC)
Action status / disposition — filed text
PLEASE REMOVE THIS DRP SINCE THIS IS A DUPLICATE ENTRY RELATED TO THE AWC AND THE REGULATORY ACTION DRP DATED 07/26/2012
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
FINRA PROVIDED NOTIFICATION OF AN INVESTIGATION, AND THAT IT MADE A PRLIMINARY DETERMINATION TO RECOMMEND DISCIPLINARY ACTION.
Sanction detail — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE DESCRIBED SANCTION AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS; THEREFORE, THE FIRM IS FINED $200,000.00
Full extracted filing text
Includes form instructions and options. Options shown in this text do not identify which boxes were selected.
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS This Disclosure Reporting Page (DRP ADV) is an INITIAL OR AMENDED response used to report details for affirmative responses to Items 11.C., 11.D., 11.E., 11.F. or 11.G. of Form ADV. Regulatory Action Check item(s) being responded to: 11.C(1) 11.C(2) 11.C(3) 11.C(4) 11.C(5) 11.D(1) 11.D(2) 11.D(3) 11.D(4) 11.D(5) 11.E(1) 11.E(2) 11.E(3) 11.E(4) 11.F. 11.G. Use a separate DRP for each event or proceeding . The same event or proceeding may be reported for more than one person or entity using one DRP. File with a completed Execution Page. One event may result in more than one affirmative answer to Items 11.C., 11.D., 11.E., 11.F. or 11.G. Use only one DRP to report details related to the same event. If an event gives rise to actions by more than one regulator, provide details for each action on a separate DRP. PART I A. The person(s) or entity(ies) for whom this DRP is being filed is (are): You (the advisory firm) You and one or more of your advisory affiliates One or more of your advisory affiliates If this DRP is being filed for an advisory affiliate, give the full name of the advisory affiliate below (for individuals, Last name, First name, Middle name). If the advisory affiliate has a CRD number, provide that number. If not, indicate "non-registered" by checking the appropriate box. ADV DRP - ADVISORY AFFILIATE No Information Filed This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because the advisory affiliate(s) is no longer associated with the adviser. This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because: (1) the event or proceeding occurred more than ten years ago or (2) the adviser is registered or applying for registration with the SEC or reporting as an exempt reporting adviser with the SEC and the event was resolved in the adviser's or advisory affiliate's favor. If you are registered or registering with a state securities authority , you may remove a DRP for an event you reported only in response to Item 11.D(4), and only if that event occurred more than ten years ago. If you are registered or registering with the SEC, you may remove a DRP for any event listed in Item 11 that occurred more than ten years ago. This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because it was filed in error, such as due to a clerical or data-entry mistake. Explain the circumstances: B. If the advisory affiliate is registered through the IARD system or CRD system, has the advisory affiliate submitted a DRP (with Form ADV, BD or U-4) to the IARD or CRD for the event? If the answer is "Yes," no other information on this DRP must be provided. Yes No NOTE: The completion of this form does not relieve the advisory affiliate of its obligation to update its IARD or CRD records. PART II 1. Regulatory Action initiated by: SEC Other Federal State SRO Foreign (Full name of regulator, foreign financial regulatory authority, federal, state, or SRO) FINRA 2. Principal Sanction: Undertaking Other Sanctions: 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 07/18/2011 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: 2010024250201 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): N/A 6. Principal Product Type: Annuity(ies) - Variable Other Product Types: 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): FINRA PROVIDED NOTIFICATION OF AN INVESTIGATION, AND THAT IT MADE A PRLIMINARY DETERMINATION TO RECOMMEND DISCIPLINARY ACTION. 8. Current Status? Pending On Appeal Final 9. If on appeal, regulatory action appealed to (SEC, SRO, Federal or State Court) and Date Appeal Filed: If Final or On Appeal, complete all items below. For Pending Actions, complete Item 13 only. 10. How was matter resolved: Acceptance, Waiver & Consent(AWC) 11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY): 07/26/2012 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 12. Resolution Detail: A. Were any of the following Sanctions Ordered (check all appropriate items)? Monetary/Fine Amount: $ 200,000.00 Revocation/Expulsion/Denial Disgorgement/Restitution Censure Cease and Desist/Injunction Bar Suspension B. Other Sanctions Ordered: Sanction detail: if suspended, enjoined or barred, provide duration including start date and capacities affected (General Securities Principal, Financial Operations Principal, etc.). If requalification by exam/retraining was a condition of the sanction, provide length of time given to requalify/retrain, type of exam required and whether condition has been satisfied. If disposition resulted in a fine, penalty, restitution, disgorgement or monetary compensation, provide total amount, portion levied against you or an advisory affiliate, date paid and if any portion of penalty was waived: WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE DESCRIBED SANCTION AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS; THEREFORE, THE FIRM IS FINED $200,000.00 13. Provide a brief summary of details related to the action status and (or) disposition and include relevant terms, conditions and dates (your response must fit within the space provided). PLEASE REMOVE THIS DRP SINCE THIS IS A DUPLICATE ENTRY RELATED TO THE AWC AND THE REGULATORY ACTION DRP DATED 07/26/2012
regulatory · block 2PDF pages 46–47
- Regulator name — filed text
- ARIZONA CORPORATION COMMISSION
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 50,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Consent
Action status / disposition — filed text
UNITED PLANNERS FINANCIAL SERVICES OF AMERICA A LIMITED PARTNER SETTLED WITH THE STATE OF ARIZONA WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING VIOLATIONS.
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
FAILURE TO SUPERVISE.
Sanction detail — filed text
ADMINISTRATIVE FINE OF $50,000.00 AND RESTITUTION AMOUNT OF $1,059,823.82 PAID ON 7-18-2024.
Full extracted filing text
Includes form instructions and options. Options shown in this text do not identify which boxes were selected.
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS This Disclosure Reporting Page (DRP ADV) is an INITIAL OR AMENDED response used to report details for affirmative responses to Items 11.C., 11.D., 11.E., 11.F. or 11.G. of Form ADV. Regulatory Action Check item(s) being responded to: 11.C(1) 11.C(2) 11.C(3) 11.C(4) 11.C(5) 11.D(1) 11.D(2) 11.D(3) 11.D(4) 11.D(5) 11.E(1) 11.E(2) 11.E(3) 11.E(4) 11.F. 11.G. Use a separate DRP for each event or proceeding . The same event or proceeding may be reported for more than one person or entity using one DRP. File with a completed Execution Page. One event may result in more than one affirmative answer to Items 11.C., 11.D., 11.E., 11.F. or 11.G. Use only one DRP to report details related to the same event. If an event gives rise to actions by more than one regulator, provide details for each action on a separate DRP. PART I A. The person(s) or entity(ies) for whom this DRP is being filed is (are): You (the advisory firm) You and one or more of your advisory affiliates One or more of your advisory affiliates If this DRP is being filed for an advisory affiliate, give the full name of the advisory affiliate below (for individuals, Last name, First name, Middle name). If the advisory affiliate has a CRD number, provide that number. If not, indicate "non-registered" by checking the appropriate box. ADV DRP - ADVISORY AFFILIATE No Information Filed This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because the advisory affiliate(s) is no longer associated with the adviser. This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because: (1) the event or proceeding occurred more than ten years ago or (2) the adviser is registered or applying for registration with the SEC or reporting as an exempt reporting adviser with the SEC and the event was resolved in the adviser's or advisory affiliate's favor. If you are registered or registering with a state securities authority , you may remove a DRP for an event you reported only in response to Item 11.D(4), and only if that event occurred more than ten years ago. If you are registered or registering with the SEC, you may remove a DRP for any event listed in Item 11 that occurred more than ten years ago. This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because it was filed in error, such as due to a clerical or data-entry mistake. Explain the circumstances: B. If the advisory affiliate is registered through the IARD system or CRD system, has the advisory affiliate submitted a DRP (with Form ADV, BD or U-4) to the IARD or CRD for the event? If the answer is "Yes," no other information on this DRP must be provided. Yes No NOTE: The completion of this form does not relieve the advisory affiliate of its obligation to update its IARD or CRD records. PART II 1. Regulatory Action initiated by: SEC Other Federal State SRO Foreign (Full name of regulator, foreign financial regulatory authority, federal, state, or SRO) ARIZONA CORPORATION COMMISSION 2. Principal Sanction: Cease and Desist Other Sanctions: RESTITUTION AND ADMINISTRATIVE PENALTY 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 05/10/2023 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: S-03367A-24-0129 4. Docket/Case Number: S-03367A-24-0129 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): UNITED PLANNERS FINANCIAL SERVICES OF AMERICA, LP 6. Principal Product Type: No Product Other Product Types: 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): FAILURE TO SUPERVISE. 8. Current Status? Pending On Appeal Final 9. If on appeal, regulatory action appealed to (SEC, SRO, Federal or State Court) and Date Appeal Filed: If Final or On Appeal, complete all items below. For Pending Actions, complete Item 13 only. 10. How was matter resolved: Consent 11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY): 07/18/2024 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 12. Resolution Detail: A. Were any of the following Sanctions Ordered (check all appropriate items)? Monetary/Fine Amount: $ 50,000.00 Revocation/Expulsion/Denial Disgorgement/Restitution Censure Cease and Desist/Injunction Bar Suspension B. Other Sanctions Ordered: Sanction detail: if suspended, enjoined or barred, provide duration including start date and capacities affected (General Securities Principal, Financial Operations Principal, etc.). If requalification by exam/retraining was a condition of the sanction, provide length of time given to requalify/retrain, type of exam required and whether condition has been satisfied. If disposition resulted in a fine, penalty, restitution, disgorgement or monetary compensation, provide total amount, portion levied against you or an advisory affiliate, date paid and if any portion of penalty was waived: ADMINISTRATIVE FINE OF $50,000.00 AND RESTITUTION AMOUNT OF $1,059,823.82 PAID ON 7-18-2024. 13. Provide a brief summary of details related to the action status and (or) disposition and include relevant terms, conditions and dates (your response must fit within the space provided). UNITED PLANNERS FINANCIAL SERVICES OF AMERICA A LIMITED PARTNER SETTLED WITH THE STATE OF ARIZONA WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING VIOLATIONS.
regulatory · block 3PDF pages 47–49
- Regulator name — filed text
- MASSACHUSETTS SECURITIES DIVISION
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 100,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Consent
Action status / disposition — filed text
UNITED PLANNERS' FINANCIAL SERVICES OF AMERICA A LIMITED PARTNER SETTLED WITH THE STATE OF MASSACHUSETTS WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING VIOLATIONS OF MASS. GEN.LAWS CH. 110A § 204(A)(2)(G) OR MASS. GEN.LAWS CH. 110A § 204(A)(2)(J).
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
THE STATE ALLEGES UNITED PLANNERS FINANCIAL SERVICES OF AMERICA A LIMITED PARTNER VIOLATED MASS. GEN.LAWS CH. 110A § 204(A)(2)(G) AND MASS. GEN.LAWS CH. 110A § 204(A)(2)(J).
Sanction detail — filed text
ADMINISTRATIVE FINE OF $100,000.00 PAID ON 10/01/2024. RESTITUTION AMOUNT OF $68,257.99 TO BE PAID TO MASACHUSETTS CLIENTS WITHIN 45 DAYS. INDEPENDENT CONSULTANT TO BE RETAINED FOR REVIEW OF WRITTEN POLICIES AND PROCEDURES WITHIN 90 DAYS AND FINDINGS REPORT TO BE PROVIDED TO THE MASSACHUSETTS SECURITIES DIVISION WITHIN 180 DAYS. WITHIN 60 DAYS OF THE REPORT COMPLIANCE TRAINING IS TO BE PROVIDED AND TRAINING REPORT IS TO BE SUBMITTED WITHIN 30 DAYS OF TRAINING TO THE MASSACHUSETTS SECURITIES DIVISION.
Full extracted filing text
Includes form instructions and options. Options shown in this text do not identify which boxes were selected.
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS This Disclosure Reporting Page (DRP ADV) is an INITIAL OR AMENDED response used to report details for affirmative responses to Items 11.C., 11.D., 11.E., 11.F. or 11.G. of Form ADV. Regulatory Action Check item(s) being responded to: 11.C(1) 11.C(2) 11.C(3) 11.C(4) 11.C(5) 11.D(1) 11.D(2) 11.D(3) 11.D(4) 11.D(5) 11.E(1) 11.E(2) 11.E(3) 11.E(4) 11.F. 11.G. Use a separate DRP for each event or proceeding . The same event or proceeding may be reported for more than one person or entity using one DRP. File with a completed Execution Page. One event may result in more than one affirmative answer to Items 11.C., 11.D., 11.E., 11.F. or 11.G. Use only one DRP to report details related to the same event. If an event gives rise to actions by more than one regulator, provide details for each action on a separate DRP. PART I A. The person(s) or entity(ies) for whom this DRP is being filed is (are): You (the advisory firm) You and one or more of your advisory affiliates One or more of your advisory affiliates If this DRP is being filed for an advisory affiliate, give the full name of the advisory affiliate below (for individuals, Last name, First name, Middle name). If the advisory affiliate has a CRD number, provide that number. If not, indicate "non-registered" by checking the appropriate box. ADV DRP - ADVISORY AFFILIATE No Information Filed This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because the advisory affiliate(s) is no longer associated with the adviser. This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because: (1) the event or proceeding occurred more than ten years ago or (2) the adviser is registered or applying for registration with the SEC or reporting as an exempt reporting adviser with the SEC and the event was resolved in the adviser's or advisory affiliate's favor. If you are registered or registering with a state securities authority , you may remove a DRP for an event you reported only in response to Item 11.D(4), and only if that event occurred more than ten years ago. If you are registered or registering with the SEC, you may remove a DRP for any event listed in Item 11 that occurred more than ten years ago. This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because it was filed in error, such as due to a clerical or data-entry mistake. Explain the circumstances: B. If the advisory affiliate is registered through the IARD system or CRD system, has the advisory affiliate submitted a DRP (with Form ADV, BD or U-4) to the IARD or CRD for the event? If the answer is "Yes," no other information on this DRP must be provided. Yes No NOTE: The completion of this form does not relieve the advisory affiliate of its obligation to update its IARD or CRD records. PART II 1. Regulatory Action initiated by: SEC Other Federal State SRO Foreign (Full name of regulator, foreign financial regulatory authority, federal, state, or SRO) MASSACHUSETTS SECURITIES DIVISION 2. Principal Sanction: Cease and Desist Other Sanctions: CENSURE, ADMINISTRATIVE FINE, AND RESTITUTION 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 05/09/2022 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: R-2022-0047 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): 6. Principal Product Type: No Product Other Product Types: 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): THE STATE ALLEGES UNITED PLANNERS FINANCIAL SERVICES OF AMERICA A LIMITED PARTNER VIOLATED MASS. GEN.LAWS CH. 110A § 204(A)(2)(G) AND MASS. GEN.LAWS CH. 110A § 204(A)(2)(J). 8. Current Status? Pending On Appeal Final 9. If on appeal, regulatory action appealed to (SEC, SRO, Federal or State Court) and Date Appeal Filed: If Final or On Appeal, complete all items below. For Pending Actions, complete Item 13 only. 10. How was matter resolved: Consent 11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY): 10/01/2024 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 12. Resolution Detail: A. Were any of the following Sanctions Ordered (check all appropriate items)? Monetary/Fine Amount: $ 100,000.00 Revocation/Expulsion/Denial Disgorgement/Restitution Censure Cease and Desist/Injunction Bar Suspension B. Other Sanctions Ordered: RESTITUTION AMOUNT OF $68,257.99 TO BE PAID TO MASSACHUSETS CLIENTS. INDEPENDENT CONSULTANT TO BE RETAINED BY UNITED PLANNERS FOR REVIEW OF WRITTEN POLICIES AND PROCEDURES. UNITED PLANNERS TO PROVIDE COMPLIANCE TRAINING. Sanction detail: if suspended, enjoined or barred, provide duration including start date and capacities affected (General Securities Principal, Financial Operations Principal, etc.). If requalification by exam/retraining was a condition of the sanction, provide length of time given to requalify/retrain, type of exam required and whether condition has been satisfied. If disposition resulted in a fine, penalty, restitution, disgorgement or monetary compensation, provide total amount, portion levied against you or an advisory affiliate, date paid and if any portion of penalty was waived: ADMINISTRATIVE FINE OF $100,000.00 PAID ON 10/01/2024. RESTITUTION AMOUNT OF $68,257.99 TO BE PAID TO MASACHUSETTS CLIENTS WITHIN 45 DAYS. INDEPENDENT CONSULTANT TO BE RETAINED FOR REVIEW OF WRITTEN POLICIES AND PROCEDURES WITHIN 90 DAYS AND FINDINGS REPORT TO BE PROVIDED TO THE MASSACHUSETTS SECURITIES DIVISION WITHIN 180 DAYS. WITHIN 60 DAYS OF THE REPORT COMPLIANCE TRAINING IS TO BE PROVIDED AND TRAINING REPORT IS TO BE SUBMITTED WITHIN 30 DAYS OF TRAINING TO THE MASSACHUSETTS SECURITIES DIVISION. 13. Provide a brief summary of details related to the action status and (or) disposition and include relevant terms, conditions and dates (your response must fit within the space provided). UNITED PLANNERS' FINANCIAL SERVICES OF AMERICA A LIMITED PARTNER SETTLED WITH THE STATE OF MASSACHUSETTS WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING VIOLATIONS OF MASS. GEN.LAWS CH. 110A § 204(A)(2)(G) OR MASS. GEN.LAWS CH. 110A § 204(A)(2)(J).
regulatory · block 4PDF pages 49–51
- Regulator name — filed text
- FINRA
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 225,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Acceptance, Waiver & Consent(AWC)
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
THE FIRM'S SUPERVISORY SYSTEMS AND PROCEDURES WERE INSUFFICIENT TO SUPERVISE THE USE OF CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS WITH THE PUBLIC.
Sanction detail — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE DESCRIBED SANCTION AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS; THEREFORE THE FIRM WAS FINED $225,000.
Full extracted filing text
Includes form instructions and options. Options shown in this text do not identify which boxes were selected.
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS This Disclosure Reporting Page (DRP ADV) is an INITIAL OR AMENDED response used to report details for affirmative responses to Items 11.C., 11.D., 11.E., 11.F. or 11.G. of Form ADV. Regulatory Action Check item(s) being responded to: 11.C(1) 11.C(2) 11.C(3) 11.C(4) 11.C(5) 11.D(1) 11.D(2) 11.D(3) 11.D(4) 11.D(5) 11.E(1) 11.E(2) 11.E(3) 11.E(4) 11.F. 11.G. Use a separate DRP for each event or proceeding . The same event or proceeding may be reported for more than one person or entity using one DRP. File with a completed Execution Page. One event may result in more than one affirmative answer to Items 11.C., 11.D., 11.E., 11.F. or 11.G. Use only one DRP to report details related to the same event. If an event gives rise to actions by more than one regulator, provide details for each action on a separate DRP. PART I A. The person(s) or entity(ies) for whom this DRP is being filed is (are): You (the advisory firm) You and one or more of your advisory affiliates One or more of your advisory affiliates If this DRP is being filed for an advisory affiliate, give the full name of the advisory affiliate below (for individuals, Last name, First name, Middle name). If the advisory affiliate has a CRD number, provide that number. If not, indicate "non-registered" by checking the appropriate box. ADV DRP - ADVISORY AFFILIATE No Information Filed This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because the advisory affiliate(s) is no longer associated with the adviser. This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because: (1) the event or proceeding occurred more than ten years ago or (2) the adviser is registered or applying for registration with the SEC or reporting as an exempt reporting adviser with the SEC and the event was resolved in the adviser's or advisory affiliate's favor. If you are registered or registering with a state securities authority , you may remove a DRP for an event you reported only in response to Item 11.D(4), and only if that event occurred more than ten years ago. If you are registered or registering with the SEC, you may remove a DRP for any event listed in Item 11 that occurred more than ten years ago. This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because it was filed in error, such as due to a clerical or data-entry mistake. Explain the circumstances: B. If the advisory affiliate is registered through the IARD system or CRD system, has the advisory affiliate submitted a DRP (with Form ADV, BD or U-4) to the IARD or CRD for the event? If the answer is "Yes," no other information on this DRP must be provided. Yes No NOTE: The completion of this form does not relieve the advisory affiliate of its obligation to update its IARD or CRD records. PART II 1. Regulatory Action initiated by: SEC Other Federal State SRO Foreign (Full name of regulator, foreign financial regulatory authority, federal, state, or SRO) FINRA 2. Principal Sanction: Censure Other Sanctions: FINE OF $225,000 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 03/21/2016 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: 2015043357501 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): N/A 6. Principal Product Type: No Product Other Product Types: CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): THE FIRM'S SUPERVISORY SYSTEMS AND PROCEDURES WERE INSUFFICIENT TO SUPERVISE THE USE OF CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS WITH THE PUBLIC. 8. Current Status? Pending On Appeal Final 9. If on appeal, regulatory action appealed to (SEC, SRO, Federal or State Court) and Date Appeal Filed: If Final or On Appeal, complete all items below. For Pending Actions, complete Item 13 only. 10. How was matter resolved: Acceptance, Waiver & Consent(AWC) 11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY): 09/23/2016 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 12. Resolution Detail: A. Were any of the following Sanctions Ordered (check all appropriate items)? Monetary/Fine Amount: $ 225,000.00 Revocation/Expulsion/Denial Disgorgement/Restitution Censure Cease and Desist/Injunction Bar Suspension B. Other Sanctions Ordered: Sanction detail: if suspended, enjoined or barred, provide duration including start date and capacities affected (General Securities Principal, Financial Operations Principal, etc.). If requalification by exam/retraining was a condition of the sanction, provide length of time given to requalify/retrain, type of exam required and whether condition has been satisfied. If disposition resulted in a fine, penalty, restitution, disgorgement or monetary compensation, provide total amount, portion levied against you or an advisory affiliate, date paid and if any portion of penalty was waived: WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE DESCRIBED SANCTION AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS; THEREFORE THE FIRM WAS FINED $225,000. 13. Provide a brief summary of details related to the action status and (or) disposition and include relevant terms, conditions and dates (your response must fit within the space provided).
regulatory · block 5PDF pages 51–52
- Regulator name — filed text
- NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF INSURANCE
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 500.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Settled
Action status / disposition — filed text
VOLUNTARY SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
THE FIRM FILED A FINRA AWC ON FORM BD; HOWEVER INADVERTENTLY FORGOT TO NOTIFY NIPR AT THAT SAME TIME (WITHIN 30 DAYS). THIS WAS SUBSEQUENTLY FOUND BY THE FIRM; HOWEVER IT WAS AFTER THE 30 DAYS.
Sanction detail — filed text
MONETARY FINE IMPOSED $500.00 WAS PAID IN FULL 8-22-17.
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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS This Disclosure Reporting Page (DRP ADV) is an INITIAL OR AMENDED response used to report details for affirmative responses to Items 11.C., 11.D., 11.E., 11.F. or 11.G. of Form ADV. Regulatory Action Check item(s) being responded to: 11.C(1) 11.C(2) 11.C(3) 11.C(4) 11.C(5) 11.D(1) 11.D(2) 11.D(3) 11.D(4) 11.D(5) 11.E(1) 11.E(2) 11.E(3) 11.E(4) 11.F. 11.G. Use a separate DRP for each event or proceeding . The same event or proceeding may be reported for more than one person or entity using one DRP. File with a completed Execution Page. One event may result in more than one affirmative answer to Items 11.C., 11.D., 11.E., 11.F. or 11.G. Use only one DRP to report details related to the same event. If an event gives rise to actions by more than one regulator, provide details for each action on a separate DRP. PART I A. The person(s) or entity(ies) for whom this DRP is being filed is (are): You (the advisory firm) You and one or more of your advisory affiliates One or more of your advisory affiliates If this DRP is being filed for an advisory affiliate, give the full name of the advisory affiliate below (for individuals, Last name, First name, Middle name). If the advisory affiliate has a CRD number, provide that number. If not, indicate "non-registered" by checking the appropriate box. ADV DRP - ADVISORY AFFILIATE No Information Filed This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because the advisory affiliate(s) is no longer associated with the adviser. This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because: (1) the event or proceeding occurred more than ten years ago or (2) the adviser is registered or applying for registration with the SEC or reporting as an exempt reporting adviser with the SEC and the event was resolved in the adviser's or advisory affiliate's favor. If you are registered or registering with a state securities authority , you may remove a DRP for an event you reported only in response to Item 11.D(4), and only if that event occurred more than ten years ago. If you are registered or registering with the SEC, you may remove a DRP for any event listed in Item 11 that occurred more than ten years ago. This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because it was filed in error, such as due to a clerical or data-entry mistake. Explain the circumstances: B. If the advisory affiliate is registered through the IARD system or CRD system, has the advisory affiliate submitted a DRP (with Form ADV, BD or U-4) to the IARD or CRD for the event? If the answer is "Yes," no other information on this DRP must be provided. Yes No NOTE: The completion of this form does not relieve the advisory affiliate of its obligation to update its IARD or CRD records. PART II 1. Regulatory Action initiated by: SEC Other Federal State SRO Foreign (Full name of regulator, foreign financial regulatory authority, federal, state, or SRO) NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF INSURANCE 2. Principal Sanction: Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s) Other Sanctions: 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 08/01/2017 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: 112630 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): UNITED PLANNERS FINANCIAL SERVICES OF AMERICA 6. Principal Product Type: No Product Other Product Types: 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): THE FIRM FILED A FINRA AWC ON FORM BD; HOWEVER INADVERTENTLY FORGOT TO NOTIFY NIPR AT THAT SAME TIME (WITHIN 30 DAYS). THIS WAS SUBSEQUENTLY FOUND BY THE FIRM; HOWEVER IT WAS AFTER THE 30 DAYS. 8. Current Status? Pending On Appeal Final 9. If on appeal, regulatory action appealed to (SEC, SRO, Federal or State Court) and Date Appeal Filed: If Final or On Appeal, complete all items below. For Pending Actions, complete Item 13 only. 10. How was matter resolved: Settled 11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY): 08/22/2017 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 12. Resolution Detail: A. Were any of the following Sanctions Ordered (check all appropriate items)? Monetary/Fine Amount: $ 500.00 Revocation/Expulsion/Denial Disgorgement/Restitution Censure Cease and Desist/Injunction Bar Suspension B. Other Sanctions Ordered: NONE Sanction detail: if suspended, enjoined or barred, provide duration including start date and capacities affected (General Securities Principal, Financial Operations Principal, etc.). If requalification by exam/retraining was a condition of the sanction, provide length of time given to requalify/retrain, type of exam required and whether condition has been satisfied. If disposition resulted in a fine, penalty, restitution, disgorgement or monetary compensation, provide total amount, portion levied against you or an advisory affiliate, date paid and if any portion of penalty was waived: MONETARY FINE IMPOSED $500.00 WAS PAID IN FULL 8-22-17. 13. Provide a brief summary of details related to the action status and (or) disposition and include relevant terms, conditions and dates (your response must fit within the space provided). VOLUNTARY SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT
regulatory · block 6PDF pages 53–54
- Regulator name — filed text
- MASSACHUSETTS SECURITIES DIVISION
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 100,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Consent
Action status / disposition — filed text
UNITED PLANNERS' FINANCIAL SERVICES OF AMERICA A LIMITED PARTNER SETTLED WITH THE STATE OF MASSACHUSETTS WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING VIOLATIONS OF MASS. GEN.LAWS CH. 110A § 204(A)(2)(J)
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Description of allegations — filed text
THE STATE ALLEGES UNITED PLANNERS' FINANCIAL SERVICES OF AMERICA A LIMITED PARTNER FAILED IN ITS DUTY TO SUPERVISE THE OUTSIDE BUSINESS ACTIVITIES OF A REPRESENTATIVE.
Sanction detail — filed text
ADMINISTRATIVE FINE PAID ON 02/22/201
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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS This Disclosure Reporting Page (DRP ADV) is an INITIAL OR AMENDED response used to report details for affirmative responses to Items 11.C., 11.D., 11.E., 11.F. or 11.G. of Form ADV. Regulatory Action Check item(s) being responded to: 11.C(1) 11.C(2) 11.C(3) 11.C(4) 11.C(5) 11.D(1) 11.D(2) 11.D(3) 11.D(4) 11.D(5) 11.E(1) 11.E(2) 11.E(3) 11.E(4) 11.F. 11.G. Use a separate DRP for each event or proceeding . The same event or proceeding may be reported for more than one person or entity using one DRP. File with a completed Execution Page. One event may result in more than one affirmative answer to Items 11.C., 11.D., 11.E., 11.F. or 11.G. Use only one DRP to report details related to the same event. If an event gives rise to actions by more than one regulator, provide details for each action on a separate DRP. PART I A. The person(s) or entity(ies) for whom this DRP is being filed is (are): You (the advisory firm) You and one or more of your advisory affiliates One or more of your advisory affiliates If this DRP is being filed for an advisory affiliate, give the full name of the advisory affiliate below (for individuals, Last name, First name, Middle name). If the advisory affiliate has a CRD number, provide that number. If not, indicate "non-registered" by checking the appropriate box. ADV DRP - ADVISORY AFFILIATE No Information Filed This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because the advisory affiliate(s) is no longer associated with the adviser. This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because: (1) the event or proceeding occurred more than ten years ago or (2) the adviser is registered or applying for registration with the SEC or reporting as an exempt reporting adviser with the SEC and the event was resolved in the adviser's or advisory affiliate's favor. If you are registered or registering with a state securities authority , you may remove a DRP for an event you reported only in response to Item 11.D(4), and only if that event occurred more than ten years ago. If you are registered or registering with the SEC, you may remove a DRP for any event listed in Item 11 that occurred more than ten years ago. This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because it was filed in error, such as due to a clerical or data-entry mistake. Explain the circumstances: B. If the advisory affiliate is registered through the IARD system or CRD system, has the advisory affiliate submitted a DRP (with Form ADV, BD or U-4) to the IARD or CRD for the event? If the answer is "Yes," no other information on this DRP must be provided. Yes No NOTE: The completion of this form does not relieve the advisory affiliate of its obligation to update its IARD or CRD records. PART II 1. Regulatory Action initiated by: SEC Other Federal State SRO Foreign (Full name of regulator, foreign financial regulatory authority, federal, state, or SRO) MASSACHUSETTS SECURITIES DIVISION 2. Principal Sanction: Cease and Desist Other Sanctions: CENSURE, ADMINISTRATIVE FINE, RESCISSION, RESTITUTION 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 02/14/2018 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: E-2017-0105 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): UNITED PLANNERS FINANCIAL SERVICES OF AMERICA A LIMITED PARTNER 6. Principal Product Type: Other Other Product Types: PRIVATE PLACEMENT 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): THE STATE ALLEGES UNITED PLANNERS' FINANCIAL SERVICES OF AMERICA A LIMITED PARTNER FAILED IN ITS DUTY TO SUPERVISE THE OUTSIDE BUSINESS ACTIVITIES OF A REPRESENTATIVE. 8. Current Status? Pending On Appeal Final 9. If on appeal, regulatory action appealed to (SEC, SRO, Federal or State Court) and Date Appeal Filed: If Final or On Appeal, complete all items below. For Pending Actions, complete Item 13 only. 10. How was matter resolved: Consent 11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY): 02/15/2019 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 12. Resolution Detail: A. Were any of the following Sanctions Ordered (check all appropriate items)? Monetary/Fine Amount: $ 100,000.00 Revocation/Expulsion/Denial Disgorgement/Restitution Censure Cease and Desist/Injunction Bar Suspension B. Other Sanctions Ordered: UNITED PLANNERS SHALL RETAIN AN INDEPENDENT CONSULTANT TO REVIEW WRITTEN POLICIES AND PROCEDURES Sanction detail: if suspended, enjoined or barred, provide duration including start date and capacities affected (General Securities Principal, Financial Operations Principal, etc.). If requalification by exam/retraining was a condition of the sanction, provide length of time given to requalify/retrain, type of exam required and whether condition has been satisfied. If disposition resulted in a fine, penalty, restitution, disgorgement or monetary compensation, provide total amount, portion levied against you or an advisory affiliate, date paid and if any portion of penalty was waived: ADMINISTRATIVE FINE PAID ON 02/22/201 13. Provide a brief summary of details related to the action status and (or) disposition and include relevant terms, conditions and dates (your response must fit within the space provided). UNITED PLANNERS' FINANCIAL SERVICES OF AMERICA A LIMITED PARTNER SETTLED WITH THE STATE OF MASSACHUSETTS WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING VIOLATIONS OF MASS. GEN.LAWS CH. 110A § 204(A)(2)(J)
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regulatory · block 7PDF pages 54–56
- Regulator name — filed text
- NASD REGULATION, INC.
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 50,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Acceptance, Waiver & Consent(AWC)
Action status / disposition — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE ALLEGATONS, UNITED PLANNERS' FINANCIAL SERVICES OF AMERICA A LIMITED PARTNER, ENTERED INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH THE NASD FOR FAILURE TO: INSPECT CERTAIN OFFICES OF SUPERVISORY JURISDICTION ANNUALLY AND TO ESTABLISH A SCHEDULE FOR THE INSPECTION OF OFFICES; CONDUCT ANNUAL COMPLIANCE INTERVIEW WITH CERTAIN REGISTERED REPRESENTATIVES TO REPORT FIVE CUSTOMER COMPLAINTS AND TWO ARBITRATIONS; TO PREPARE A NEEDS ANALYSIS AND WRITTEN TRAINING PLAN ANNUALLY AND IMPLEMENT THE FIRM ELEMENT PROGRAM.
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Description of allegations — filed text
THE NASD ALLEGED THAT THE FIRM FAILED TO: INSPECT CERTAIN OFFICES OF SUPERVISORY JURISDICTION ANNUALLY AND TO ESTABLISH A SCHEDULE FOR THE INSPECTION OF OFFICES (CONDUCT RULE 3010(C); CONDUCT ANNUAL COMPLIANCE INTERVIEW WITH CERTAIN REGISTERED REPRESENTATIVES [CR 3010(A)(7)] TO REPORT FIVE CUSTOMER COMPLAINTS AND TWO ARBITRATIONS [CR 3070]; TO PREPARE A NEEDS ANALYSIS AND WRITTEN TRAINING PLAN ANNUALLY AND IMPLEMENT THE FIRM ELEMENT PROGRAM [CR 1120].
Sanction detail — filed text
CENSURE AND FINE IN THE AMOUNT OF $50,000.00 TO UNITED PLANNERS.
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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS This Disclosure Reporting Page (DRP ADV) is an INITIAL OR AMENDED response used to report details for affirmative responses to Items 11.C., 11.D., 11.E., 11.F. or 11.G. of Form ADV. Regulatory Action Check item(s) being responded to: 11.C(1) 11.C(2) 11.C(3) 11.C(4) 11.C(5) 11.D(1) 11.D(2) 11.D(3) 11.D(4) 11.D(5) 11.E(1) 11.E(2) 11.E(3) 11.E(4) 11.F. 11.G. Use a separate DRP for each event or proceeding . The same event or proceeding may be reported for more than one person or entity using one DRP. File with a completed Execution Page. One event may result in more than one affirmative answer to Items 11.C., 11.D., 11.E., 11.F. or 11.G. Use only one DRP to report details related to the same event. If an event gives rise to actions by more than one regulator, provide details for each action on a separate DRP. PART I A. The person(s) or entity(ies) for whom this DRP is being filed is (are): You (the advisory firm) You and one or more of your advisory affiliates One or more of your advisory affiliates If this DRP is being filed for an advisory affiliate, give the full name of the advisory affiliate below (for individuals, Last name, First name, Middle name). If the advisory affiliate has a CRD number, provide that number. If not, indicate "non-registered" by checking the appropriate box. ADV DRP - ADVISORY AFFILIATE No Information Filed This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because the advisory affiliate(s) is no longer associated with the adviser. This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because: (1) the event or proceeding occurred more than ten years ago or (2) the adviser is registered or applying for registration with the SEC or reporting as an exempt reporting adviser with the SEC and the event was resolved in the adviser's or advisory affiliate's favor. If you are registered or registering with a state securities authority , you may remove a DRP for an event you reported only in response to Item 11.D(4), and only if that event occurred more than ten years ago. If you are registered or registering with the SEC, you may remove a DRP for any event listed in Item 11 that occurred more than ten years ago. This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because it was filed in error, such as due to a clerical or data-entry mistake. Explain the circumstances: B. If the advisory affiliate is registered through the IARD system or CRD system, has the advisory affiliate submitted a DRP (with Form ADV, BD or U-4) to the IARD or CRD for the event? If the answer is "Yes," no other information on this DRP must be provided. Yes No NOTE: The completion of this form does not relieve the advisory affiliate of its obligation to update its IARD or CRD records. PART II 1. Regulatory Action initiated by: SEC Other Federal State SRO Foreign (Full name of regulator, foreign financial regulatory authority, federal, state, or SRO) NASD REGULATION, INC. 2. Principal Sanction: Civil and Administrative Penalt(ies) /Fine(s) Other Sanctions: 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 03/19/1999 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: DATE OF ROUTINE EXAMINATION 4. Docket/Case Number: E3A990278 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): N/A 6. Principal Product Type: No Product Other Product Types: 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): THE NASD ALLEGED THAT THE FIRM FAILED TO: INSPECT CERTAIN OFFICES OF SUPERVISORY JURISDICTION ANNUALLY AND TO ESTABLISH A SCHEDULE FOR THE INSPECTION OF OFFICES (CONDUCT RULE 3010(C); CONDUCT ANNUAL COMPLIANCE INTERVIEW WITH CERTAIN REGISTERED REPRESENTATIVES [CR 3010(A)(7)] TO REPORT FIVE CUSTOMER COMPLAINTS AND TWO ARBITRATIONS [CR 3070]; TO PREPARE A NEEDS ANALYSIS AND WRITTEN TRAINING PLAN ANNUALLY AND IMPLEMENT THE FIRM ELEMENT PROGRAM [CR 1120]. 8. Current Status? Pending On Appeal Final 9. If on appeal, regulatory action appealed to (SEC, SRO, Federal or State Court) and Date Appeal Filed: If Final or On Appeal, complete all items below. For Pending Actions, complete Item 13 only. 10. How was matter resolved: Acceptance, Waiver & Consent(AWC) 11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY): 03/02/2001 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 12. Resolution Detail: A. Were any of the following Sanctions Ordered (check all appropriate items)? Monetary/Fine Amount: $ 50,000.00 Revocation/Expulsion/Denial Disgorgement/Restitution Censure Cease and Desist/Injunction Bar Suspension B. Other Sanctions Ordered: Sanction detail: if suspended, enjoined or barred, provide duration including start date and capacities affected (General Securities Principal, Financial Operations Principal, etc.). If requalification by exam/retraining was a condition of the sanction, provide length of time given to requalify/retrain, type of exam required and whether condition has been satisfied. If disposition resulted in a fine, penalty, restitution, disgorgement or monetary compensation, provide total amount, portion levied against you or an advisory affiliate, date paid and if any portion of penalty was waived: CENSURE AND FINE IN THE AMOUNT OF $50,000.00 TO UNITED PLANNERS. 13. Provide a brief summary of details related to the action status and (or) disposition and include relevant terms, conditions and dates (your response must fit within the space provided). WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE ALLEGATONS, UNITED PLANNERS' FINANCIAL SERVICES OF AMERICA A LIMITED PARTNER, ENTERED INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH THE NASD FOR FAILURE TO: INSPECT CERTAIN OFFICES OF SUPERVISORY JURISDICTION ANNUALLY AND TO ESTABLISH A SCHEDULE FOR THE INSPECTION OF OFFICES; CONDUCT ANNUAL COMPLIANCE INTERVIEW WITH CERTAIN REGISTERED REPRESENTATIVES TO REPORT FIVE CUSTOMER COMPLAINTS AND TWO ARBITRATIONS; TO PREPARE A NEEDS ANALYSIS AND WRITTEN TRAINING PLAN ANNUALLY AND IMPLEMENT THE FIRM ELEMENT PROGRAM.
regulatory · block 8PDF pages 56–58
- Regulator name — filed text
- FINRA
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 40,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Acceptance, Waiver & Consent(AWC)
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
ALLEGED VIOLATION OF FINRA RULE 2010 BY OMITTING MATERIAL FACTS.
Sanction detail — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE DESCRIBED SANCTION AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS; THEREFORE, THE FIRM IS FINED OF $40,000 AND IS TO PAY PARTIAL RESTITUTION OF $37,125 PLUS INTEREST.
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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS This Disclosure Reporting Page (DRP ADV) is an INITIAL OR AMENDED response used to report details for affirmative responses to Items 11.C., 11.D., 11.E., 11.F. or 11.G. of Form ADV. Regulatory Action Check item(s) being responded to: 11.C(1) 11.C(2) 11.C(3) 11.C(4) 11.C(5) 11.D(1) 11.D(2) 11.D(3) 11.D(4) 11.D(5) 11.E(1) 11.E(2) 11.E(3) 11.E(4) 11.F. 11.G. Use a separate DRP for each event or proceeding . The same event or proceeding may be reported for more than one person or entity using one DRP. File with a completed Execution Page. One event may result in more than one affirmative answer to Items 11.C., 11.D., 11.E., 11.F. or 11.G. Use only one DRP to report details related to the same event. If an event gives rise to actions by more than one regulator, provide details for each action on a separate DRP. PART I A. The person(s) or entity(ies) for whom this DRP is being filed is (are): You (the advisory firm) You and one or more of your advisory affiliates One or more of your advisory affiliates If this DRP is being filed for an advisory affiliate, give the full name of the advisory affiliate below (for individuals, Last name, First name, Middle name). If the advisory affiliate has a CRD number, provide that number. If not, indicate "non-registered" by checking the appropriate box. ADV DRP - ADVISORY AFFILIATE No Information Filed This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because the advisory affiliate(s) is no longer associated with the adviser. This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because: (1) the event or proceeding occurred more than ten years ago or (2) the adviser is registered or applying for registration with the SEC or reporting as an exempt reporting adviser with the SEC and the event was resolved in the adviser's or advisory affiliate's favor. If you are registered or registering with a state securities authority , you may remove a DRP for an event you reported only in response to Item 11.D(4), and only if that event occurred more than ten years ago. If you are registered or registering with the SEC, you may remove a DRP for any event listed in Item 11 that occurred more than ten years ago. This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because it was filed in error, such as due to a clerical or data-entry mistake. Explain the circumstances: B. If the advisory affiliate is registered through the IARD system or CRD system, has the advisory affiliate submitted a DRP (with Form ADV, BD or U-4) to the IARD or CRD for the event? If the answer is "Yes," no other information on this DRP must be provided. Yes No NOTE: The completion of this form does not relieve the advisory affiliate of its obligation to update its IARD or CRD records. PART II 1. Regulatory Action initiated by: SEC Other Federal State SRO Foreign (Full name of regulator, foreign financial regulatory authority, federal, state, or SRO) FINRA 2. Principal Sanction: Censure Other Sanctions: FINE OF $40,000 AND PARTIAL RESTITUTION OF $37,125 PLUS INTEREST. 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 06/17/2022 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: 2018060895501 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): N/A 6. Principal Product Type: Other Other Product Types: ALTERNATIVE INVESTMENT 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): ALLEGED VIOLATION OF FINRA RULE 2010 BY OMITTING MATERIAL FACTS. 8. Current Status? Pending On Appeal Final 9. If on appeal, regulatory action appealed to (SEC, SRO, Federal or State Court) and Date Appeal Filed: If Final or On Appeal, complete all items below. For Pending Actions, complete Item 13 only. 10. How was matter resolved: Acceptance, Waiver & Consent(AWC) 11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY): 06/17/2022 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 12. Resolution Detail: A. Were any of the following Sanctions Ordered (check all appropriate items)? Monetary/Fine Amount: $ 40,000.00 Revocation/Expulsion/Denial Disgorgement/Restitution Censure Cease and Desist/Injunction Bar Suspension B. Other Sanctions Ordered: Sanction detail: if suspended, enjoined or barred, provide duration including start date and capacities affected (General Securities Principal, Financial Operations Principal, etc.). If requalification by exam/retraining was a condition of the sanction, provide length of time given to requalify/retrain, type of exam required and whether condition has been satisfied. If disposition resulted in a fine, penalty, restitution, disgorgement or monetary compensation, provide total amount, portion levied against you or an advisory affiliate, date paid and if any portion of penalty was waived: WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE DESCRIBED SANCTION AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS; THEREFORE, THE FIRM IS FINED OF $40,000 AND IS TO PAY PARTIAL RESTITUTION OF $37,125 PLUS INTEREST. 13. Provide a brief summary of details related to the action status and (or) disposition and include relevant terms, conditions and dates (your response must fit within the space provided).
regulatory · block 9PDF pages 58–60
- Regulator name — filed text
- NASD
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 2,500.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Settled
Other filed details
Description of allegations — filed text
ALLEGATIONS OF VIOLATION OF ARTICLE III, SECTION I OF THE ASSOCIATIONS RULES OF FAIR PRACTICE IN FAILING TO COMPLY WITH PROVISION OF THE INTERPRETATION OF THE BOARD OF GOVENORS ENTITLED "FREERIDING & WITHHOLDING".
Sanction detail — filed text
FINE WAS PAID BY APPLICANT ON 6/23/1995
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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS This Disclosure Reporting Page (DRP ADV) is an INITIAL OR AMENDED response used to report details for affirmative responses to Items 11.C., 11.D., 11.E., 11.F. or 11.G. of Form ADV. Regulatory Action Check item(s) being responded to: 11.C(1) 11.C(2) 11.C(3) 11.C(4) 11.C(5) 11.D(1) 11.D(2) 11.D(3) 11.D(4) 11.D(5) 11.E(1) 11.E(2) 11.E(3) 11.E(4) 11.F. 11.G. Use a separate DRP for each event or proceeding . The same event or proceeding may be reported for more than one person or entity using one DRP. File with a completed Execution Page. One event may result in more than one affirmative answer to Items 11.C., 11.D., 11.E., 11.F. or 11.G. Use only one DRP to report details related to the same event. If an event gives rise to actions by more than one regulator, provide details for each action on a separate DRP. PART I A. The person(s) or entity(ies) for whom this DRP is being filed is (are): You (the advisory firm) You and one or more of your advisory affiliates One or more of your advisory affiliates If this DRP is being filed for an advisory affiliate, give the full name of the advisory affiliate below (for individuals, Last name, First name, Middle name). If the advisory affiliate has a CRD number, provide that number. If not, indicate "non-registered" by checking the appropriate box. ADV DRP - ADVISORY AFFILIATE No Information Filed This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because the advisory affiliate(s) is no longer associated with the adviser. This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because: (1) the event or proceeding occurred more than ten years ago or (2) the adviser is registered or applying for registration with the SEC or reporting as an exempt reporting adviser with the SEC and the event was resolved in the adviser's or advisory affiliate's favor. If you are registered or registering with a state securities authority , you may remove a DRP for an event you reported only in response to Item 11.D(4), and only if that event occurred more than ten years ago. If you are registered or registering with the SEC, you may remove a DRP for any event listed in Item 11 that occurred more than ten years ago. This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because it was filed in error, such as due to a clerical or data-entry mistake. Explain the circumstances: B. If the advisory affiliate is registered through the IARD system or CRD system, has the advisory affiliate submitted a DRP (with Form ADV, BD or U-4) to the IARD or CRD for the event? If the answer is "Yes," no other information on this DRP must be provided. Yes No NOTE: The completion of this form does not relieve the advisory affiliate of its obligation to update its IARD or CRD records. PART II 1. Regulatory Action initiated by: SEC Other Federal State SRO Foreign (Full name of regulator, foreign financial regulatory authority, federal, state, or SRO) NASD 2. Principal Sanction: Other Other Sanctions: ADMINISTRATIVE 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 12/23/1994 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: COMPLAINT #C3A940067 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): 6. Principal Product Type: Equity - OTC Other Product Types: 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): ALLEGATIONS OF VIOLATION OF ARTICLE III, SECTION I OF THE ASSOCIATIONS RULES OF FAIR PRACTICE IN FAILING TO COMPLY WITH PROVISION OF THE INTERPRETATION OF THE BOARD OF GOVENORS ENTITLED "FREERIDING & WITHHOLDING". 8. Current Status? Pending On Appeal Final 9. If on appeal, regulatory action appealed to (SEC, SRO, Federal or State Court) and Date Appeal Filed: If Final or On Appeal, complete all items below. For Pending Actions, complete Item 13 only. 10. How was matter resolved: Settled 11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY): 06/13/1995 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 12. Resolution Detail: A. Were any of the following Sanctions Ordered (check all appropriate items)? Monetary/Fine Amount: $ 2,500.00 Revocation/Expulsion/Denial Disgorgement/Restitution Censure Cease and Desist/Injunction Bar Suspension B. Other Sanctions Ordered: Sanction detail: if suspended, enjoined or barred, provide duration including start date and capacities affected (General Securities Principal, Financial Operations Principal, etc.). If requalification by exam/retraining was a condition of the sanction, provide length of time given to requalify/retrain, type of exam required and whether condition has been satisfied. If disposition resulted in a fine, penalty, restitution, disgorgement or monetary compensation, provide total amount, portion levied against you or an advisory affiliate, date paid and if any portion of penalty was waived: FINE WAS PAID BY APPLICANT ON 6/23/1995 13. Provide a brief summary of details related to the action status and (or) disposition and include relevant terms, conditions and dates (your response must fit within the space provided).
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- Regulator name — filed text
- FINRA
- Monetary/Fine Amount — filed text
- $ 200,000.00
- How was matter resolved — filed text
- Acceptance, Waiver & Consent(AWC)
Action status / disposition — filed text
THE FIRM HAS ADOPTED NEW POLICIES AND PROCEDURES IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE SECURITIES LAWS.
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Description of allegations — filed text
FINRA RULES 2010, 2330(D), NASD RULES 2110, 2330(C), 2330(D), 3010 - UNITED PLANNERS FINANCIAL SERVICES OF AMERICA, A LIMITED PARTNERSHIP FAILED TO HAVE IN PLACE A SUPERVISORY SYSTEM REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ACHIEVE COMPLIANCE WITH APPLICABLE SECURITIES LAWS, PROCEDURES AND NASD RULES WITH RESPECT TO VARIABLE ANNUITY (VA) TRANSACTIONS OF FIELD OFFICE OF SUPERVISORY JURISDICTION (OSJ) SUPERVISORS. THE FIRM PERMITTED SUCH SUPERVISORS TO SELF-APPROVE THEIR OWN SALE OF VA AND ITS SYSTEM OF POST-TRANSACTION REVIEW WAS INADEQUATE.
Sanction detail — filed text
WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE DESCRIBED SANCTION AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS; THEREFORE, THE FIRN IS FINED $200,000.00
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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS This Disclosure Reporting Page (DRP ADV) is an INITIAL OR AMENDED response used to report details for affirmative responses to Items 11.C., 11.D., 11.E., 11.F. or 11.G. of Form ADV. Regulatory Action Check item(s) being responded to: 11.C(1) 11.C(2) 11.C(3) 11.C(4) 11.C(5) 11.D(1) 11.D(2) 11.D(3) 11.D(4) 11.D(5) 11.E(1) 11.E(2) 11.E(3) 11.E(4) 11.F. 11.G. Use a separate DRP for each event or proceeding . The same event or proceeding may be reported for more than one person or entity using one DRP. File with a completed Execution Page. One event may result in more than one affirmative answer to Items 11.C., 11.D., 11.E., 11.F. or 11.G. Use only one DRP to report details related to the same event. If an event gives rise to actions by more than one regulator, provide details for each action on a separate DRP. PART I A. The person(s) or entity(ies) for whom this DRP is being filed is (are): You (the advisory firm) You and one or more of your advisory affiliates One or more of your advisory affiliates If this DRP is being filed for an advisory affiliate, give the full name of the advisory affiliate below (for individuals, Last name, First name, Middle name). If the advisory affiliate has a CRD number, provide that number. If not, indicate "non-registered" by checking the appropriate box. ADV DRP - ADVISORY AFFILIATE No Information Filed This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because the advisory affiliate(s) is no longer associated with the adviser. This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because: (1) the event or proceeding occurred more than ten years ago or (2) the adviser is registered or applying for registration with the SEC or reporting as an exempt reporting adviser with the SEC and the event was resolved in the adviser's or advisory affiliate's favor. If you are registered or registering with a state securities authority , you may remove a DRP for an event you reported only in response to Item 11.D(4), and only if that event occurred more than ten years ago. If you are registered or registering with the SEC, you may remove a DRP for any event listed in Item 11 that occurred more than ten years ago. This DRP should be removed from the ADV record because it was filed in error, such as due to a clerical or data-entry mistake. Explain the circumstances: B. If the advisory affiliate is registered through the IARD system or CRD system, has the advisory affiliate submitted a DRP (with Form ADV, BD or U-4) to the IARD or CRD for the event? If the answer is "Yes," no other information on this DRP must be provided. Yes No NOTE: The completion of this form does not relieve the advisory affiliate of its obligation to update its IARD or CRD records. PART II 1. Regulatory Action initiated by: SEC Other Federal State SRO Foreign (Full name of regulator, foreign financial regulatory authority, federal, state, or SRO) FINRA 2. Principal Sanction: Other Sanctions: 3. Date Initiated (MM/DD/YYYY): 07/26/2012 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 4. Docket/Case Number: 2010024250201 5. Advisory Affiliate Employing Firm when activity occurred which led to the regulatory action (if applicable): 6. Principal Product Type: Annuity(ies) - Variable Other Product Types: 7. Describe the allegations related to this regulatory action (your response must fit within the space provided): FINRA RULES 2010, 2330(D), NASD RULES 2110, 2330(C), 2330(D), 3010 - UNITED PLANNERS FINANCIAL SERVICES OF AMERICA, A LIMITED PARTNERSHIP FAILED TO HAVE IN PLACE A SUPERVISORY SYSTEM REASONABLY DESIGNED TO ACHIEVE COMPLIANCE WITH APPLICABLE SECURITIES LAWS, PROCEDURES AND NASD RULES WITH RESPECT TO VARIABLE ANNUITY (VA) TRANSACTIONS OF FIELD OFFICE OF SUPERVISORY JURISDICTION (OSJ) SUPERVISORS. THE FIRM PERMITTED SUCH SUPERVISORS TO SELF-APPROVE THEIR OWN SALE OF VA AND ITS SYSTEM OF POST-TRANSACTION REVIEW WAS INADEQUATE. 8. Current Status? Pending On Appeal Final 9. If on appeal, regulatory action appealed to (SEC, SRO, Federal or State Court) and Date Appeal Filed: If Final or On Appeal, complete all items below. For Pending Actions, complete Item 13 only. 10. How was matter resolved: Acceptance, Waiver & Consent(AWC) 11. Resolution Date (MM/DD/YYYY): 07/26/2012 Exact Explanation If not exact, provide explanation: 12. Resolution Detail: A. Were any of the following Sanctions Ordered (check all appropriate items)? Monetary/Fine Amount: $ 200,000.00 Revocation/Expulsion/Denial Disgorgement/Restitution Censure Cease and Desist/Injunction Bar Suspension B. Other Sanctions Ordered: Sanction detail: if suspended, enjoined or barred, provide duration including start date and capacities affected (General Securities Principal, Financial Operations Principal, etc.). If requalification by exam/retraining was a condition of the sanction, provide length of time given to requalify/retrain, type of exam required and whether condition has been satisfied. If disposition resulted in a fine, penalty, restitution, disgorgement or monetary compensation, provide total amount, portion levied against you or an advisory affiliate, date paid and if any portion of penalty was waived: WITHOUT ADMITTING OR DENYING THE FINDINGS, THE FIRM CONSENTED TO THE DESCRIBED SANCTION AND TO THE ENTRY OF FINDINGS; THEREFORE, THE FIRN IS FINED $200,000.00 13. Provide a brief summary of details related to the action status and (or) disposition and include relevant terms, conditions and dates (your response must fit within the space provided). THE FIRM HAS ADOPTED NEW POLICIES AND PROCEDURES IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE SECURITIES LAWS.
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