FINRA provides tools, templates, and other resources for firms with 150 or fewer registered representatives. FINRA has also established the Small Firm Advisory Committee (SFAC) to advise FINRA leadership and the Board of Governors.
BrokerCheck is a free tool to research the background and experience of financial brokers, advisers and firms.
The Securities Investor Protection Corporation (SIPC) protects customers if their brokerage firm fails. Brokerage firm failures are rare. But if it happens, SIPC protects the securities and cash in your brokerage account up to $500,000. LPL Financial is a member of the SIPC.