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Difficulty: EasyGifts, Gratuities, Political Contributions, and Outside Business Activities

A registered representative plans to work part-time as a musician on weekends for a local event venue and receive financial compensation for these performances. Under FINRA rules regarding outside business activities (OBA), which action must the representative take before engaging in this activity?

  1. Provide prior written notification to their employing broker-dealer firmAnswer
  2. B
    Obtain prior written authorization directly from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)
  3. C
    File a political contribution disclosure form with the Municipal Securities Rulemaking Board (MSRB)
  4. D
    Receive formal written approval from FINRA before accepting any secondary earnings

Answer

Provide prior written notification to their employing broker-dealer firm
Under FINRA Rule 3270, any registered representative who receives compensation for business activities outside the scope of their employment relationship with their broker-dealer must provide prior written notice to the firm.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Determine if the proposed activity constitutes an Outside Business Activity (OBA)
The activity is outside the scope of employment with the member firm and involves financial compensation.
FINRA rules apply specifically to business activities performed outside the firm for which compensation is received.
2
Apply FINRA Rule 3270 requirements
The registered representative must provide prior written notice to their employing broker-dealer.
FINRA Rule 3270 prohibits registered persons from being compensated for outside business activity without first notifying their firm in writing.

Key Concept

FINRA Rule 3270 Outside Business Activities (OBA) Notification Requirement
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Gifts, Gratuities, Political Contributions, and Outside Business Activities