ACM GROWTH & INCOME COMPOSITE

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Manager of managers

We conduct unbiased and independent evaluations of both mutual fund and ETF investment managers. In doing so, we bring forth a superior collection of investment managers to construct risk-based asset allocation models.

Diversification potential

Our investing goes beyond traditional asset classes and investment styles, including exposure to nontraditional and alternative strategies to focus on improving long-term risk-adjusted returns.

Actively managed

Employing a dynamic process that focuses on risk/reward profiles amongst all global investment asset classes offers the potential to enhance long-term performance as opportunities arise.

The primary goal of the model is to provide investors with a diversified portfolio utilizing mutual funds and ETF investments. The fixed-income strategies utilized include U.S. investment-grade corporate, corporate high-yield, U.S. government and foreign bonds, and will make up approximately 40-50% of the portfolio. The equity allocation includes both large-, mid- and small-cap U.S. and foreign equities, and will be 40-50% of the portfolio. The model will also utilize alternative investments to enhance diversification and will range between 0-20%.

As of Q1/2022

*ACM Growth & Income Benchmark consists of 50% Barclays US Agg Bond TR, 33% S&P 500 TR and
17% MSCI World ex USA NR

Performance data, holdings and risk statistics are based on the firm’s composite for this strategy and represents actual client accounts. Past performance does not guarantee future results and future performance may be lower or higher than the performance presented, including the possibility of loss of principal. Composite returns for one year or greater are annualized. Returns are presented both gross and net of management fees and reflect the reinvestment of dividends and other earnings. Gross of fee returns are calculated gross of management, custodial and other fees. Net of fee returns are calculated using the aggregate of client fees based on our standard fee schedule of: First $250,000 at 1.0%, next $250,000 to $500,000 at 0.80%, next $500,000 to $1,000,000 at 0.70% and amount exceeding $1,000,000 at 0.65%. The composite includes all fee-paying and non-fee-paying discretionary accounts managed within this style. Individual returns may vary based on factors such as market value, cash flows and fees. Portfolio holdings are subject to change without notice.

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BENCHMARK PERFORMANCE:

The ACM Growth & Income Benchmark is a blended benchmark consisting of: 33% S&P 500 Index, 50% Barclays Aggregate Bond Index, 17% MSCI World Index Ex-US. The purpose in providing Benchmark returns is intended to provide an appropriate comparison to the model. The Benchmark returns assume monthly rebalancing to benchmark target weights. The underlying indices are unmanaged and are not available to investors for direct investment.

BENCHMARK DESCRIPTIONS:

S&P 500 Index – The S&P 500 Index is an unmanaged index which is widely regarded as the standard for measuring large-cap U.S. stock market performance. This index includes the reinvestment of dividends. The index does not incur expenses and is not available for investment.

Barclays Aggregate Bond Index – The Barclays U.S. Aggregate Bond Index is an unmanaged index which is widely regarded as the standard for measuring U.S. investment grade bond market performance. This index does not incur expenses and is not available for investment. The index includes reinvestment of dividends and/or interest income.

MSCI All World Index Ex-US: The Index captures large, mid, small and micro cap representation across 22 of 23 Developed Markets (DM) countries (excluding the United States).

Investing in any strategy has risks, including the potential loss of principal. Before investing in a strategy, you should consider the risks of the strategy as well as whether a strategy is suitable based upon your investment objectives.

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