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shutterstock_143933158-300x300The attorneys at Gana Weinstein LLP are investigating BrokerCheck records reports that broker Michael Anthony Fahsholtz (Fahsholtz), most recently employed by Stifel, Nicolaus & Company, Inc. (Stifel) has been subject to at least twelve customer complaints during the course of his career. Fahsholtz is no longer registered as a broker. According to records kept by The Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), Fahsholtz’s customer complaints alleges that Fahsholtz recommended unsuitable investments in various investments including allegations involving debt-corporate securities, unit investment trusts, and variable annuities, among other allegations of misconduct relating to the handling of their accounts.

In September 2021, a customer complained that Fahsholtz violated the securities laws by alleging that Fahsholtz engaged in unsuitable investment advice, and misrepresentations related to the risks of the recommended investments.  The claim alleges $255,791 in damages and is currently pending.

In February 2021, a customer complained that Fahsholtz violated the securities laws by alleging that Fahsholtz engaged in unsuitable investment advice, negligence, and breach of fiduciary duty. Additionally, the customer alleges that  Fahsholtz violated the Securities Act of Washington and FINRA Rule 3110. The damage amount requested was $106,000. The claim settled in the amount of $25,000.

In December 2020, a customer complained that Fahsholtz violated the securities laws by alleging that Fahsholtz purchase inappropriate securities for the customer, including stocks, bonds, and UITs. The damage amount requested was $40,000. The claim settled in the amount of $7,500.

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