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Impacts on compliance processes Following COVID-19

2020 hasn’t been ideal, to say the least. A year that started with a booming economy has rapidly disintegrated into a pandemic, a recession and more. Many of us are…

Inc 5000 Fastest Growing Private Companies

For the second consecutive year, Red Oak Compliance Solutions has been ranked among the nation’s fastest-growing private companies, according to Inc. Magazine. Red Oak was ranked at No. 2130 on…

Protecting your firm from cybersecurity threats

As the country still reels from the effects of the pandemic, the relentless assault of cybercriminals has not slowed. And, with many people continuing to work online from home (66…

Connecting with clients during tough times

These are unusual times at best. Many Americans, and many people around the world for that matter, are feeling scared, stressed, and frustrated. According to the National Endowment for Financial…

key things to know about Reg BI

As of June 30, 2020, Regulation Best Interest–or Reg BI–is officially in effect. Despite pandemics, economic concerns, reduced staffing and more, this new regulation is now an official obligation for financial advisers. The goal of

Stay compliant while charging performance fees

For most financial advisers, staying compliant means applying extreme diligence across a variety of areas as you keep tabs on a host of regulatory requirements. From advertising compliance to creating…

Communication Requirements During a Global Crisis

Physical and financial health are both top of mind in a crisis situation like the pandemic the world is currently facing. While flattening the curve and limiting the spread of…

protecting clients from cybersecurity threats

Between a $2 trillion stimulus package and the desperation many Americans are feeling regarding job and economic instability, the atmosphere is ripe for cybercriminals to take advantage of unsuspecting individuals….

SEC Guidance for Broker Dealers

New SEC Guidance Makes it Easier for Broker-Dealers to Offer Cash Sweep Programs Cash sweep accounts can provide broker-dealers a convenient way to support their clients and ensure they’re wisely…

This March marked the 10th anniversary of Red Oak Compliance Solutions. The journey started for our founders in 2006 when they initially worked together at a hybrid broker-dealer/RIA and built…

These past few weeks continues to present us with unprecedented personal and professional challenges. During this time, the Red Oak team remains committed to prioritizing the safety of our employees…

Celebrity endorsements and disclosures

Joining a list of other celebrities to jump into the financial investment or fintech space, action movie star Steven Seagal is one that also faced charges for nondisclosure of compensation….