Choosing a business name is a huge decision. Think about it. A business name alone could drive potential customers away, simply because they don't know what ...

If you're starting a business of your own, choosing the right business formation (or legal entity) may be one of the most important decisions you'll make. T...

On August 10, 2016, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced the initiation of enforcement proceedings against former Philadelphia Eagles Merri...

As a professional athlete, sooner or later you will be approached by an individual (like a family member or friend) or business with a request to borrow mone...

Late last year, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) released the results of their enforcement actions for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2015. ...

As first reported by Ian Rapoport on NFL.com, Dez Bryant recently filed a counterclaim in Dallas County district court against his financial adviser, Royce W...

As first reported by Cleveland.com, several former Cleveland Browns players, one current Denver Broncos receiver and one San Diego Chargers running back play...

Great work on being responsible for your financial security and getting a financial advisor (which I'm defining in this blog as any hired financial professio...

When those checks first start being deposited into your bank account, it can be an exciting, but also anxiety-inducing, time. As you may have already found o...

As a professional athlete, you're probably already aware of a target on your back, be it a target placed by fans, haters, instigators, advertisers, agents, f...

Earlier this week, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) unsealed a securities fraud case that involved at least three high profile professional athle...

After you sign your player's contract and get that first check, investment opportunities will start making their way towards you. At some point, you’ll event...

Louis Martin Blazer III (Blazer) founded and operated a capital management firm (Blazer Capital) and investment advisory firm (Blazer Advisors) that targeted...

On a regular basis, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) will publish its claims against alleged violators. The frequency in which the SEC and whistl...

If you've done any work with securities, you might have heard the term "accredited investor" come up once or twice and noticed they receive treatment that's ...

There are a number of ways investment fraud can be committed. Knowing the various strategies fraudsters attempt to use to take your money is key to knowing h...