Last Updated: October 2025 — Irvine, CA
Here’s what you need to know about Irvine, CA stockbroker Sam Bhushan:
- Name: Sam Bhushan
- Current Employer: Cabin Securities, Inc., 3141 Michelson Drive, Suite 504, Irvine, CA 92612 (registered since 07/15/2017).
- Prior Firms: Arete Wealth Management, LLC (2016–2017); ARI Financial Services, Inc. (multiple periods 2005–2016); Realty Capital Securities, LLC (2014–2015); KBR Capital Markets, LLC (2011); Burch & Company, Inc. (2005–2008); and others listed in BrokerCheck.
- Other Business Affiliations: DBA “DSTs 1031 Investments,” activity executed through and supervised by Cabin Securities, Inc.
- CRD number: 4884717.
- Stockbroker / Financial Advisor: Yes — FINRA General Securities Representative; also approved for Corporate Securities and Direct Participation Programs.
- Can Broker be Sued in FINRA: Yes (customers may bring claims in FINRA arbitration).
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- Highest Award of Settlement: $132,498 (customer dispute settled; individual contribution $0).
- Current Customer Dispute Seeks Total Damages of: None pending in the excerpt provided (the noted dispute is reported as settled).
If you’ve sustained damages from Mr. Bhushan, discuss your case with experienced investment fraud lawyer Bob Rex at (877) 224-3199 for a free consultation.
Did You Lose Money With Sam Bhushan As Your Stockbroker?
A customer dispute relating to a Reg D private placement (Real Estate Security) was filed October 20, 2022 in FINRA Dispute Resolution, Case No. 22-02378, alleging fraud, misrepresentation, omissions of material facts, unsuitable recommendations, breach of contract, and breach of fiduciary duty while Mr. Bhushan was associated with Cabin Securities, Inc. The customer alleged $150,000 in damages; the matter settled for $132,498 on March 30, 2023 (the report states Mr. Bhushan made no individual contribution).
Allegations of Broker Misconduct Against Sam Bhushan
- Unsuitable Recommendations — Recommendations must satisfy FINRA Rule 2111 (Suitability); for retail customers after June 30, 2020, brokers also owe a Regulation Best Interest (SEC Exchange Act Rule 15l-1) care obligation to act in the customer’s best interest.
- Breach of Fiduciary Duty / Best-Interest Obligations — Often evaluated in light of Reg BI’s Care and Disclosure Obligations for retail recommendations.
- Fraud / Misrepresentation or Omission of Material Facts — FINRA Rule 2020 prohibits the use of manipulative, deceptive, or other fraudulent devices; FINRA Rule 2010 requires high standards of commercial honor.
- Breach of Contract — Arbitrators frequently consider account forms/agreements alongside the FINRA Rule 2010standards.
(Allegations summarized from the customer dispute described in BrokerCheck.)
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If you have suffered investment losses in an account handled by Sam Bhushan, contact us for a complimentary consultation with an experienced securities lawyer to learn how you may be able to recover damages through FINRA arbitration.
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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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