August 18, 2010
Dear SEC,
I am in support of anyone giving financial advise be held to the same fiduciary standards and the same regulations. Our industry regulations are so confusing, no one knows what to do.
To simplify, just think of the consumer. They are taking the same type of actions,(i.e. buying and selling securities) no matter where the advice comes from. Therefore, lets get everyone playing from the same playbook
Sincerely,
Brian Bartkus