NASAA told Congress to avoid proposals that would weaken securities laws, and that it should address unpaid arbitration awards and other investor protection issues.

The Indianapolis-based firm with about $9 billion in assets under advisement intends to use the loan primarily to 'maintain headcount and compensation,' according to a new Form ADV.

Disciplinary hearings that historically had to be done in person or by phone can be conducted via videoconferencing, the CFP Board said.

Thoroughbred Financial Services said the loan would be used to support payroll and other expenses allowed under the program's guidelines, according to the firm's updated Form ADV.

Paul Horton Smith Sr. faces criminal charges for allegedly using new investor funds to pay interest and the return of principal to those same investors.

Millions will be enduring a financial and emotional crisis.

Once atypical distractions are now commonplace.