Brett Vetensky: $100K Complaint Against Janney Advisor

Garden City, New York financial advisor Brett Vetensky (CRD# 4143000) made unauthorized trades, according to a recent investor complaint. Financial Industry Regulatory Authority records show that he is registered as a broker and an investment advisor with Janney Montgomery Scott, having previously been registered with Wells Fargo Clearing Services.

Mr. Vetensky’s BrokerCheck report discloses one investor complaint. Filed in March 2025, it alleges that as a representative of Janney Montgomery Scott, he made unauthorized trades in unsuitable investments. The pending complaint alleges damages in excess of $100,000.

Janney Montgomery Scott’s website includes a profile of Mr. Vetensky that describes him as a Senior Vice President with BMT Wealth Advisory Group, a practice within the firm. “Brett works with high net worth individuals, families, and businesses analyzing their current situation and provides recommendations based on their goals,” the profile explains. “His client service model focuses on integrity, objective advice, attention to detail, and unwavering concern of the well being of his clients. Whether it be saving for college, saving for a home, starting a business, preparing for retirement or planning for the transfer of wealth, Brett helps them prepare for the future.”

Elsewhere on the website, the practice describes its mission and approach to servicing its clients. “Our mission is to help you to define your financial objectives, and then use that knowledge to develop—together—a plan that is tailored to fit your unique needs and preferences, and is in your best interest,” it explains. “We’re proud to offer comprehensive financial planning resources, providing you access to education, advice, planning, and consultation.”

According to the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority, Brett Vetensky holds 25 years of securities industry experience. Based in Garden City, New York, he has been registered as a broker and an investment advisor with Janney Montgomery Scott since 2019. His past registrations include Wells Fargo Clearing Services, Wells Fargo Advisors, Morgan Stanley Smith Barney, Morgan Stanley & Company, Morgan Stanley DW, and Merrill Lynch. His credentials include the passage of four securities industry qualifying exams: the Securities Industry Essentials Examination, or SIE; the Futures Managed Funds Examination, or Series 31; the General Securities Representative Examination, or Series 7; and the Uniform Combined State Law Examination, or Series 66. He holds 42 state licenses. (Information current as of April 13, 2025.)

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