Last Updated: May 2025, East Northport, NY
Michael Buonanno Investigation Summary
Here’s what you need to know about Michael Scott Buonanno:
- Name: Michael Scott Buonanno
- CRD Number: 2823332
- Primary Location: East Northport, NY
- Current Employer: Cetera Advisor Networks LLC
- DBA: North Ridge Wealth Planning, First Northern Brokerage Corp.
- Function: Stockbroker / Financial Advisor
- Prior Employers:
- North Ridge Securities Corp.
- AXA Advisors, LLC
- The Equitable Life Assurance Society of the United States
- Can Bradley Bergdahl be sued in FINRA arbitration: No
- Sanctioned by FINRA: No
- Pending Customer Dispute Seeks Damages of $1,000,000
If you’ve sustained damages from Mr. Buonanno, discuss your case with experienced investment fraud lawyer Bob Rex at (877) 224-3199 for a free consultation.
Did you Lose Money with Michael Scott Buonanno?
A customer of Cetera initiated a FINRA arbitration claim (Docket/Case #: 24-01599) in July 2024, alleging that Michael Buonanno recommended unsuitable investments, including annuities and real estate investment trusts (REITs). The claimant seeks $1,000,000.
See this for more information on REITs and Other Alternative Investments
Allegations of Broker Misconduct Against Michael Scott Buonanno
Unsuitable Investment Recommendations
Alternative Investments: These are assets that are not stocks, bonds or cash. Alternative investments generally fall within five categories: hedge funds, private capital, natural resources (oil and gas, energy), real estate (REITs) and infrastructure. They are typically less liquid that conventional investments, less regulated with higher fees and generally higher risk. For more investigations involving Alternative Investments, see this.
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If you have suffered investment losses in an account handled by Michael Scott Buonanno, contact us for a complimentary consultation with an experienced securities lawyer to learn how you may be able to recover damages through FINRA arbitration.
With offices in Boca Raton, FL, and Austin, TX, stockbroker fraud attorney Bob Rex provides representation to investors nationwide who are seeking recovery of investment losses due to the negligence or fraud of stockbrokers, financial advisors, and broker-dealers.
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