Former Avantax Investment Services, Inc. Broker Rene Randel Accused of Options Losses

Avantax Investment Services, Inc.

Were you the victim of former Avantax Investment Services, Inc. broker Rene Randel (CRD# 4208604)? He has been registered with Cetera Wealth Services, LLC, and Cetera Investment Advisers LLC in Camarillo, California, since 2025. He was registered with Avantax Advisory Services and Avantax Investment Services, Inc. in Camarillo, California, from 2000 to 2025.

Rene Randel Customer Complaints

He has been the subject of two customer complaints between 2008 and 2026, according to his CRD report. The most recent complaint was regarding: 

February 2026. “Customer alleges his instruction that third-party investment manager discontinue the selected investment strategy was not followed.” The customer is seeking $100,000 in damages, and the case is currently pending. The complaint was regarding options losses.

Pursuant to FINRA Rules, member firms are responsible for supervising a broker’s activities during the time the broker is registered with the firm. Therefore, Avantax Investment Services, Inc. may be liable for investment or other losses suffered by Rene Randel’s customers.

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The founder of Erez Law, Jeffrey Erez, focuses exclusively on securities arbitration and litigation. Mr. Erez passionately believes in representing aggrieved investors and obtaining justice for his clients through litigation.