Advisor Alert: Our Attorneys Are Investigating George Reynolds Howard, III For Investment Fraud
Did You Lose Money Because of George Howard?
Filed: February 9, 2024
George Howard has been the subject of five (5) customer complaints. As an investor, you may be entitled to compensation for losses accrued due to mismanagement of your investments.
Let’s begin our Patil Law Advisor Alert with a summary report on George Reynolds Howard, III.
Who Is George Reynolds Howard, III of Centaurus Financial, Inc.?
- Advisor Name: George Reynolds Howard, III
- Aliases: George Howard
- CRD: 2958866
- Location: Germantown, Tennessee
- Current Employer: Centaurus Financial, Inc.
- Previous Firms: Berthel, Fisher & Company Financial Services, Inc., BFC Planning, Inc., and JP Turner & Company Capital Management, LLC
- Number of Known Customer Complaints: 5
- Can George Howard Be Sued: Yes, in Private Arbitration
- Can George Howard’s Employers Be Sued For Failing to Supervise Actions: Yes, in Private Arbitration
- Highest Damages Allegation: $116,000
- Highest Settlement: $117,000
If you have suffered investment losses by George Howard, we strongly encourage you to exercise your rights to experienced legal representation. Recover what is owed to you by retaining a breach of fiduciary duty lawyer. Reach out to the legal team at Patil Law, P.C. via the secure online form or call the firm directly toll-free at 1-800-950-6553.
Customer Complaints Filed Against George Howard For Broker Misconduct
As of this publication date, George Howard has been the subject of 5 customer disputes. Let’s review them below.
In October 2022, a FINRA arbitration was filed against or in reference to George Howard by a customer of Centaurus Financial, Inc. alleging that Mr. Howard misrepresented a high risk, illiquid and speculative investment. Per the customer, he/she lost over $25,000 because of Mr. Howard’s actions. On July 18, 2023, Mr. Howard settled the claim for $11,000, and some or all of this amount may have been paid by Mr. Howard’s employer and/or insurance carrier.
In June 2022, a FINRA arbitration was filed against or in reference to George Howard by a customer of Centaurus Financial, Inc. alleging that Mr. Howard recommended a speculative, high-risk and illiquid investment. Per the customer, he/she lost over $100,000 because of Mr. Howard’s actions. On July 17, 2023, Mr. Howard settled the claim for $30,000, and some or all of this amount may have been paid by Mr. Howard’s employer and/or insurance carrier.
In December 2011, a FINRA arbitration was filed against or in reference to George Howard by a customer of CGMI alleging, inter alia, that beginning in March 2000, Mr. Howard sold the client’s FedEx stock and purchased unsuitable UITs. Per the customer, he/she lost over $9,624 because of Mr. Howard’s actions. On June 29, 2012, Mr. Howard settled the claim for $5,792.50, and some or all of this amount may have been paid by Mr. Howard’s employer and/or insurance carrier.
In March 2011, a complaint was filed against or in reference to George Howard by a customer of Citigroup Global Markets Inc. alleging unsuitability with respect to investments. Per the customer, he/she lost over $8,087 because of Mr. Howard’s actions.
In August 2005, a NASD arbitration was filed against or in reference to George Howard by a customer of Salomon Smith Barney alleging breach of fiduciary duty and unsuitability regarding high-risk securities and options transactions with stock between 09/1999-02/2001. Per the customer, he/she lost over $116,000 because of Mr. Howard’s actions. On April 10, 2006, Mr. Howard settled the claim for $117,000, and some or all of this amount may have been paid by Mr. Howard’s employer and/or insurance carrier.
How To File A Claim Against George Howard of Centaurus Financial, Inc. (previously with Berthel, Fisher & Company Financial Services, Inc., BFC Planning, Inc., and JP Turner & Company Capital Management, LLC) To Get Your Money Back
If you have questions about George Howard, Centaurus Financial, Inc., Berthel, Fisher & Company Financial Services, Inc., BFC Planning, Inc., JP Turner & Company Capital Management, LLC, or the management or performance of your accounts, please contact Attorney Patil for a free initial consultation via email or toll-free at 1-800-950-6553.