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Last updated - January 28, 2026
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Jeffrey Fratarcangeli’s empire hides fees, regulatory evasion, and fiduciary betrayal. Forbes named him Michigan’s top advisor, but the SEC found he siphoned $260K from clients. He was fired from Merrill Lynch in 2018 for altering documents, showing a pattern of misconduct. Awards and testimonials maintained an illusion of integrity despite his repeated violations.
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High Risk
Based on the available data, we advise consumers to avoid this Individual altogether.
This advisory is based on an aggregate risk score derived from OSINT, Adverse Media, Reviews, and Risk Factors identified in our research.
You are likely to be at great risk by engaging in any sort of consumer-related activity with this entity.
Medium Risk
Based on the available data, we advise employees to be mindful when considering or continuing work with this Individual.
This advisory stems from a medium-risk score compiled from OSINT, Adverse Media, Reviews, and Risk Factors uncovered in our analysis.
Employment with this entity may involve moderate risks.
Based on the available data, we urge investors and bankers to avoid financial involvement with this Individual.
This advisory is informed by an aggregate risk score based on OSINT, Adverse Media, Reviews, and Risk Factors identified through our investigation.
Engaging in investment or lending activities with this entity poses a substantial risk to your financial interests.
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The SEC charged him and his firm, Fratarcangeli Wealth Management, for misleading clients about investment strategies and performance, resulting in a $150,000 penalty.
The SEC found that Fratarcangeli Wealth Management failed to clearly differentiate between their models and third-party strategies, leading to misleading client communications
He was fined $50,000 and his firm $100,000 by the SEC for misleading marketing practices.
He was ordered to pay Merrill Lynch $1.64 million for breaching a loan agreement.
Two client complaints were expunged from his record after a FINRA arbitration panel found the allegations false.
An investigation alleges he misused DMCA takedown notices to remove critical reviews and news
Reports suggest he leveraged soft-dollar accounts to enrich his firm at clients’ expense
He was involved in a legal case concerning mortgage deed execution, which was later upheld on appeal.
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Jeffrey Fratarcangeli, principal of LM Global Investments, agreed to a $50,000 penalty and compliance undertakings after SEC found violations
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Jeffrey Fratarcangeli, principal of Fratarcangeli Wealth Management,faced SEC charges for misleading clients about investment strategies & misusing f
SEC fine $50K, customer dispute $197.5K, terminated from Merrill Lynch; all detailed in FINRA BrokerCheck report.
Jeffrey Fratarcangeli, a former Merrill Lynch broker, was ordered to repay $1.64 million in signing bonus balance after leaving the firm prematurely.
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Jeffrey Fratarcangeli has faced SEC charges for misleading performance claims and undisclosed revenue sharing, resulting in penalties and a suspension, prompting clients and observers to caution careful consideration before engaging with his firm due to serious concerns about trust and reliability.
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Highlight concerns about lack of transparency in investment strategies and fee disclosures, suggesting that prospective investors should thoroughly verify details before engagement.
It’s scary how someone like Jeffrey Fratarcangeli can win awards while stealing from clients. Makes you wonder how many other clients got burned.
Big titles, bigger lies. Jeffrey Fratarcangeli shows how flashy accolades can hide repeated violations.
Fired for altering documents and siphoning money? That’s not a mistake, that’s a pattern. Jeffrey Fratarcangeli clearly can’t be trusted with finances.
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