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FORM ADV PART A
DISCLOSURE BROCHURE
PREPARED IN COMPLIANCE WITH
THE INVESTMENT ADVISERS ACT OF 1940 RULE 04-3 (A)
Diamond
Wealth Management, LLC
Office Address:
40 W Main St. Court
Suite 50E
Alpine, UT 84004
Tel: 801-216-4811
dave@diamondwealthmgt.com
www.Diamondwealthmgt.com
This brochure provides information about the qualifications and business practices of Diamond Wealth
Management, LLC. Being registered as an investment adviser does not imply a certain level of skill or
training. If you have any questions about the contents of this brochure, please contact us at
801-216-4811. The information in this brochure has not been approved or verified by the United States
Securities and Exchange Commission, or by any state securities authority.
April 2025
Additional information about Diamond Wealth Management, LLC (CRD #288603) is available on the
SEC’s website at www.adviserinfo.sec.gov.
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Item 2: Material Changes
Annual Update
The Material Changes section of this brochure will be updated annually or when material
changes occur since the previous release of the Firm Brochure.
Material Changes since the Last Update
This update is in accordance with the required annual update for Investment Advisors.
Since the last filing of this brochure on April 30th, 2024, the following has been updated:
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Item 4 has been updated to include the use of Private Placement Investments.
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Item 5 has been updated to include the fees associated with Private Placement Investments.
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Item 8 has been updated to reflect the risks associated with Private Placement Investments.
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Item 3: Table of Contents
Item 2: Material Changes
Annual Update
Material Changes since the Last Update
Full Brochure Available
Item 3: Table of Contents
Item 4: Advisory Business
Firm Description
Types of Advisory Services
Client Tailored Services and Client Imposed Restrictions
Wrap Fee Programs
Client Assets Under Management
Item 5: Fees and Compensation
Method of Compensation and Fee Schedule
Client Payment of Fees
Additional Client Fees Charged
Prepayment of Client Fees
External Compensation for the Sale of Securities to Clients
Item 6: Performance-Based Fees and Side-by-Side Management
Sharing of Capital Gains
Item 7: Types of Clients
Description
Account Minimums
Item 8: Methods of Analysis, Investment Strategies and Risk of Loss
Methods of Analysis
Investment Strategy
Security Specific Material Risks
Item 9: Disciplinary Information
Criminal or Civil Actions
Administrative Enforcement Proceedings
Self-Regulatory Organization Enforcement Proceedings
Item 10: Other Financial Industry Activities and Affiliations
Broker-Dealer or Representative Registration
Futures or Commodity Registration
Material Relationships Maintained by this Advisory Business and Conflicts of Interest
Recommendations or Selections of Other Investment Advisors and Conflicts of Interest
Item 11: Code of Ethics, Participation or Interest in Client Transactions and Personal Trading
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Code of Ethics Description
Investment Recommendations Involving a Material Financial Interest and Conflict
of Interest
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Item 12: Brokerage Practices
Factors Used to Select Broker-Dealers for Client Transactions
Aggregating Securities Transactions for Client Accounts
Item 13: Review of Accounts
Schedule for Periodic Review of Client Accounts or Financial Plans and Advisory Persons Involved
Review of Client Accounts on Non-Periodic Basis
Content of Client Provided Reports and Frequency
Item 14: Client Referrals and Other Compensation
Economic Benefits Provided to the Advisory Firm from External Sources and Conflicts of Interest
Advisory Firm Payments for Client Referrals
Item 15: Custody
Account Statements
Item 16: Investment Discretion
Discretionary Authority for Trading
Item 17: Voting Client Securities
Proxy Votes
Item 18: Financial Information
Balance Sheet
Financial Conditions Reasonably Likely to Impair Advisory Firm's Ability to Meet Commitments to Clients
Bankruptcy Petitions during the Past Ten Years
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Advisory Firm Purchase of Same Securities Recommended to Clients and Conflicts of Interest
Client Securities Recommendations or Trades and Concurrent Advisory Firm Securities Transactions and Conflicts of
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Item 4: Advisory Business
Firm Description
Diamond Wealth Management, LLC ("DWM") was founded in 2017 with David Hill as
100% owner and Chief Compliance Officer.
An evaluation of each client's initial situation is provided to the client, often in the form of
a net worth statement, risk analysis or similar document. Periodic reviews are also
communicated to provide reminders of the specific courses of action that need to be taken.
More frequent reviews occur but are not necessarily communicated to the client unless
immediate changes are recommended.
Other professionals (e.g., lawyers, accountants, tax preparers, insurance agents, etc.) are
engaged directly by the client on an as-needed basis and may charge fees of their own.
Conflicts of interest will be disclosed to the client in the event they should occur.
Types of Advisory Services
ASSET MANAGEMENT
DWM offers discretionary direct asset management services to advisory clients. DWM will
offer clients ongoing portfolio management services through determining individual
investment goals, time horizons, objectives, and risk tolerance. Investment strategies,
investment selection, assets allocation, portfolio monitoring and the overall investment
program will be based on the above factors. The client will authorize DWM discretionary
authority to execute selected investment program transactions as stated within the
Investment Advisory Agreement.
When deemed appropriate for the client, DWM may hire sub-advisors to manage all or a
portion of the assets in the client account. DWM has full discretion to hire and fire sub-
advisors as they deem suitable. Sub-advisors will maintain the models or investment
strategies agreed upon between Sub-advisor and DWM. Sub-advisors execute all trades on
behalf of DWM in client accounts. DWM will be responsible for the overall direct
relationship with the client. DWM retains the authority to terminate the Sub-advisor
relationship at DWM's discretion.
FINANCIAL PLANNING AND CONSULTING
If financial planning services are applicable, the client will compensate DWM on a
negotiable fixed fee or hourly fee basis described in detail under "Fees and Compensation"
section of this brochure. Services include but are not limited to a thorough review of all
applicable topics including Wills, Estate Plan/Trusts, Investments, Taxes, Qualified Plans,
Retirement Income; Social Security, College Planning and Insurance. If a conflict of interest
exists between the interests of the investment advisor and the interests of the client, the
client is under no obligation to act upon the investment advisor's recommendation. If the
client elects to act on any of the recommendations, the client is under no obligation to
effect the transaction through DWM. Financial plans will be completed and delivered
inside of six (6) months. Clients may terminate advisory
services with thirty (30) days written notice.
PRIVATE PLACEMENT INVESTMENTS
Diamond Wealth Management acts as an adviser to various pooled investment vehicles
(“Private Investments”) operating as private funds (each a “Client,” “Private Investment,”
or “Fund” and collectively, the “Clients,” “Private Investments,” or “Funds”). Interests in the
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Private Investments are offered to certain sophisticated, qualified investors, including high
net worth individuals, retirement plans, trusts, partnerships, corporations, or other
businesses.
Diamond Wealth Management tailors its advisory services to the individual needs of the
Client, based on the Client’s outlined investment objectives described in the applicable
Client’s (i) confidential offering memorandum and (ii) governing documents (referred to
collectively as “Offering Documents”).
Diamond Wealth Management’s clients typically fall into one of three overarching profiles:
multi-manager vehicles, single manager vehicles, and direct investments. Each Client has a
specific investment objective and may invest across different asset classes, geographies, or
industries. Diamond Wealth Management’ focus is on providing advisory services to
Clients investing in the lower, lower-middle, and middle markets. Clients primarily engage
Diamond Wealth Management for its advisory on investment allocation, investment sizing,
investment structure, fee sizing, decisions around capital calls and distributions, and
investment exit considerations.
Diamond Wealth Management provides ongoing advisory services to the Private
Investments involving:
1. Determining what, if any, actions need to be taken with respect to the underlying
investment including any legal actions or participation or being influential in the
governance of the Underlying Investment via the board of advisors.
2. Advisory when the Private Investment needs to make a cash call and how to best
manage liquidity at the Private Investment level.
3. Determining, in negative scenarios, if no further investment should be made into the
underlying investment from the Private Investment, which could result in a default.
The Private Investments are not registered as an investment company under the
Investment Company Act of 1940 and only offer interests in a private placement. Further,
such interests in private placements are only offered to qualified clients (as defined in Rule
205-3 of the Investment Adviser Act of 1940) or qualified purchasers (as defined in
Section 2(a)(51) of the Investment Company Act). Investors who reside in certain states
are required to meet standards different from or in addition to those described above.
Investors will be required to represent in writing that they meet any such standards that
may be applicable to them.
The Managing Member of the Private Investment can, without the consent of the existing
Members, admit new Members to the Private Investment. The Managing Member may
reject a subscription for an Interest for any reason in its sole and absolute discretion. If a
subscription is rejected, any payment remitted by the Investor will be returned without
interest.
All discussion of the Clients in this Disclosure Brochure, including but not limited to, their
investments, the strategies used in managing the Clients, and conflicts of interest faced by
the Adviser in connection with the management of the Clients are qualified in their
entirety by reference to each Client’s respective Offering Documents.
It is important for investors to refer to Item 8 - Methods of Analysis, Investment Strategies,
and Risk Factors below for important information about the risks associated with private
placement.
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Client Tailored Services and Client Imposed Restrictions
The goals and objectives for each client are documented in our client files. Investment
strategies are created that reflect the stated goals and objectives. Clients may impose
restrictions on investing in certain securities or types of securities.
Agreements may not be assigned without written client consent.
Wrap Fee Programs
DWM does not sponsor any wrap fee programs.
Client Assets Under Management
As of December 31, 2024, DWM had approximately $171,689,955 in client assets under
management on a discretionary basis and $11,782,061 in assets under management on a
non-discretionary basis.
Item 5: Fees and Compensation
Method of Compensation and Fee Schedule
ASSET MANAGEMENT
DWM offers discretionary direct asset management services to advisory clients. Fees for
these services will be based on a percentage of Assets Under Management not to exceed %
annualized.
The annual fee may be negotiable. Accounts within the same household may be
combined for a reduced fee. Fees are billed quarterly in advance based on the amount of
assets managed as of the close of business on the last day of the previous quarter. The
investment advisory fee will be billed directly to the Custodian. The Custodian will
facilitate the to be deducted from the Account upon notification by Advisor, or
shortly thereafter. Lower fees for comparable services may be available from other
sources. Clients may terminate their account within five (5) business days of signing the
Investment Advisory Agreement for a full refund and without obligation. After the initial
five business days, Clients may terminate advisory services with thirty (30) days written
notice. Client will be entitled to a pro rata refund for the days service was not provided in
the final quarter. Client shall be given thirty (30) days prior written notice of any increase
in fees, and client will acknowledge, in writing, any agreement of increase in said fees.
From time to time, DWM may also utilize the services of a sub-adviser to manage clients'
investment portfolios. DWM will enter into sub-advisor agreements with other
registered investment advisor firms. When using sub-advisors, the client will not pay
additional fees. The sub-advisors fees are included in the fees charged by DWM.
FINANCIAL PLANNING FEES
Financial planning services are billed on either an hourly or fixed/flat fee basis. Financial
Planning fees will be negotiated in advance and will be set-out in each client's Financial
Planning Agreement.
Clients have the option to pay:
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• 50% upon executing the agreement, with the balance due upon delivery of the plan.
• Upon delivery of the completed plan.
Clients may terminate their account within five (5) business days of signing the
Investment Advisory Agreement for a full refund and without obligation. For cancellations
occurring after the initial five business days, Client will be entitled to a pro-rate refund, or
DWM will be entitled to a pro-rate fee, based on the percentage of work completed.
HOURLY FEES
Hourly fees will be assessed at a rate of up to $350 per hour, this fee will typically be
charged for those clients requiring limited assistance with their financial planning
needs.
FIXED FEES
For clients requiring a comprehensive financial plan, a maximum flat fee of $10,000
will be charged.
DWM, at its discretion, may waive financial planning fees for clients who implement the
plan with DWM.
PRIVATE PLACEMENT INVESTMENTS
Clients invested in Private Funds are subject to certain fees, such as a management,
performance or incentive fee and other fees and expenses, which are outlined in the fund’s
offering documents. It is important for clients to review the fund’s offering documents to
fully understand all the fees associated with the Fund.
Client Payment of Fees
Investment management fees are billed quarterly, in advance, at the beginning of each
calendar quarter, based on the preceding quarter-end account balance. Fees are usually
deducted from a designated client account to facilitate billing. The client must consent in
advance to direct debiting of their investment account.
Financial Planning fee will be negotiated in advance and will be set-out in each client's
advisory contract. Payment is due 50% upon execution of the agreement, with the balance
due upon delivery of the plan.
Additional Client Fees Charged
Custodians may charge transaction fees on purchases or sales of certain mutual funds,
equities, and exchange-traded funds. These charges may include Mutual Fund
transactions fees, postage and handling and miscellaneous fees. The selection of the
security is more important than the nominal fee that the custodian charges to buy or sell
the security.
DWM, in its sole discretion, may waive its minimum fee and/or charge a lesser investment
advisory fee based upon certain criteria (e.g., historical relationship, type of assets,
anticipated future earning capacity, anticipated future additional assets, dollar amounts of
assets to be managed, related accounts, account composition, negotiations with clients,
etc.).
For more details on the brokerage practices, see Item 12 of this brochure.
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Prepayment of Client Fees
DWM does not require prepayment of fees of more than $1200 per client and six months
or more in advance. Upon termination, any fees paid in advance will be prorated to the
date of termination and any excess will be refunded to client.
External Compensation for the Sale of Securities to Clients
DWM does not receive any external compensation for the sale of securities to clients, nor
do any of the investment advisor representatives of DWM.
Item 6: Performance-Based Fees and Side-by-Side
Management
Sharing of Capital Gains
Fees are not based on a share of the capital gains or capital appreciation of managed
securities.
DWM does not use a performance-based fee structure because of the conflict of interest.
Performance-based compensation may create an incentive for the adviser to recommend
an investment that may carry a higher degree of risk to the client.
Item 7: Types of Clients
Description
DWM generally provides investment advice to individuals, high net worth individuals,
trusts, estates, or charitable organizations, corporations, or business entities.
Client relationships vary in scope and length of service.
Account Minimums
DWM requires a minimum opening account balance of $250,000. DWM reserves the right
to accept or decline clients based on assets, at the firm’s discretion.
Item 8: Methods of Analysis, Investment Strategies and
Risk of Loss
Methods of Analysis
Security analysis methods may include fundamental analysis, technical analysis, and
cyclical analysis. Investing in securities involves risk of loss that clients should be
prepared to bear. Past performance is not a guarantee of future returns.
Fundamental analysis involves evaluating a stock using real data such as company
revenues, earnings, return on equity, and profits margins to determine underlying value
and potential growth. Technical analysis involves evaluating securities based on past
prices and volume. Cyclical analysis involves analyzing the cycles of the market.
When creating a financial plan, DWM utilizes fundamental analysis to provide review of
insurance policies for economic value and income replacement. Technical analysis is used
to review mutual funds and individual stocks. The main sources of information include
Morningstar, client documents such as tax returns and insurance policies.
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In developing a financial plan for a client, DWM' analysis may include cash flow analysis,
investment planning, risk management, tax planning and estate planning. Based on the
information gathered, a detailed strategy is tailored to the client's specific situation.
The main sources of information include Bank of America, Merrill Lynch, S&P, Fidelity,
Argus, Chaikin Analytics, financial newspapers and magazines, research material prepared
by others, corporate rating services, annual reports, prospectuses, filings with the
Securities and Exchange Commission and company press releases.
Investment Strategy
The investment strategy for a specific client is based upon the objectives stated by the
client during consultations. The client may change these objectives at any time. Each
client executes a client profile form or similar form that documents their objectives and
their desired investment strategy.
Other strategies may include long-term purchases, short-term purchases and margin
trading.
Security Specific Material Risks
All investment programs have certain risks that are borne by the investor. Fundamental
analysis may involve interest rate risk, market risk, business risk, and financial risk.
Risks involved in technical analysis are inflation risk, reinvestment risk, and market risk.
Cyclical analysis involves inflation risk, market risk, and currency risk.
Our investment approach constantly keeps the risk of loss in mind. Investors face the
following investment risks and should discuss these risks with DWM:
• Interest-rate Risk: Fluctuations in interest rates may cause investment prices to
fluctuate. For example, when interest rates rise, yields on existing bonds become
less attractive, causing their market values to decline.
• Market Risk: The price of a security, bond, or mutual fund may drop in reaction to
tangible and intangible events and conditions. This type of risk is caused by
external factors independent of a security's particular underlying circumstances.
For example, political, economic and social conditions may trigger market
events.
• Inflation Risk: When any type of inflation is present, a dollar today will buy more
than a dollar next year, because purchasing power is eroding at the rate of
inflation.
• Currency Risk: Overseas investments are subject to fluctuations in the value of the
dollar against the currency of the investment's originating country. This is also
referred to as exchange rate risk.
• Reinvestment Risk: This is the risk that future proceeds from investments may have
to be reinvested at a potentially lower rate of return (i.e. interest rate). This
primarily relates to fixed income securities.
• Business Risk: These risks are associated with a particular industry or a
particular company within an industry. For example, oil-drilling companies
depend on finding oil and then refining it, a lengthy process, before they can
generate a profit. They carry a higher risk of profitability than an electric company
which generates its income from a steady stream of customers who buy electricity
no matter what the economic environment is like.
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• Liquidity Risk: Liquidity is the ability to readily convert an investment into cash.
Generally, assets are more liquid if many traders are interested in a standardized
product. For example, Treasury Bills are highly liquid, while real estate
properties are not.
• Financial Risk: Excessive borrowing to finance a business' operations increases the
risk of profitability, because the company must meet the terms of its obligations in
good times and bad. During periods of financial stress, the inability to meet loan
obligations may result in bankruptcy and/or a declining market value.
• Long-term purchases: Long-term investments are those vehicles purchased with the
intention of being held for more than one year. Typically the expectation of
the investment is to increase in value so that it can eventually be sold for a profit.
In addition, there may be an expectation for the investment to provide income.
One of the biggest risks associated with long-term investments is volatility, the
fluctuations in the financial markets that can cause investments to lose value
• Short-term purchases: Short-term investments are typically held for one year or less.
Generally there is not a high expectation for a return or an increase in value.
Typically, short-term investments are purchased for the relatively greater
degree of principal protection they are designed to provide. Short-term
investment vehicles may be subject to purchasing power risk - the risk that your
investment's return will not keep up with inflation.
• Trading risk: Investing involves risk, including possible loss of principal. There is no
assurance that the investment objective of any fund or investment will be
achieved.
• Options Trading: The risks involved with trading options are that they are very time
sensitive investments. An options contract is generally a few months. The buyer of
an option could lose his or her entire investment even with a correct prediction
about the direction and magnitude of a particular price change if the price change
does not occur in the relevant time period (i.e., before the option expires).
Additionally, options are less tangible than some other investments. An option is a
“book-entry” only investment without a paper certificate of ownership.
• Trading on Margin: In a cash account, the risk is limited to the amount of money
that has been invested. In a margin account, risk includes the amount of money
invested plus the amount that has been loaned. As market conditions fluctuate, the
value of marginable securities will also fluctuate, causing a change in the overall
account balance and debt ratio. As a result, if the value of the securities held in a
margin account depreciates, the client will be required to deposit additional cash
or make full payment of the margin loan to bring account back up to maintenance
levels. Clients who cannot comply with such a margin call may be sold out or
bought in by the brokerage firm.
● Private Placements: Private placements may be classified as illiquid and difficult to
value. Each prospective client investor will be required to complete a Subscription
Agreement, pursuant to which the investor shall establish that he/she is qualified
for investment in the offering and acknowledges and accepts the various risk
factors that are associated with such an investment.Investing in alternative and
private placement investments involves unique and serious risks an investor must
be prepared to bear. It is crucial that an investor reads the offering memorandum
prior to investing for full disclosure of qualification requirements and risks.
Typically, private placements are not subject to some of the laws and regulations
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that protect investors. Private placement memoranda typically are not reviewed
by any regulator and may not present the investment and related risks in a
balanced light. Private placements are not registered with a regulatory authority.
● Blockchain ETFs: On a limited basis, and at a client’s request, we are able to
provide investors with indirect exposure to the cryptocurrency space using
publicly traded companies and ETFs. The goal for the model portfolio is to benefit
from the assets class, without the need to directly purchase the actual
cryptocurrency itself. Narrowly focused investments typically exhibit higher
volatility. A model portfolio concentrated in a single industry, such as companies
actively engaged in blockchain technology may never develop or be able to
transact processes that lead to returns for any company in which the model
invests. Such investments may be subject to the following risks: Lack of liquid
markets, possible manipulation of blockchain-based assets; lack of regulation;
third party product defects or vulnerabilities; reliance on the internet, and line of
business risk.
Item 9: Disciplinary Information
Criminal or Civil Actions
The firm and its management have not been involved in any criminal or civil action.
Administrative Enforcement Proceedings
The firm and its management have not been involved in administrative enforcement
proceedings.
Self-Regulatory Organization Enforcement Proceedings
The firm and its management have not been involved in legal or disciplinary events
related to past or present investment clients.
Item 10: Other Financial Industry Activities and
Affiliations
Broker-Dealer or Representative Registration
Neither DWM nor any of its employees are registered representatives of a broker-dealer.
Futures or Commodity Registration
Neither DWM nor its employees are registered or has an application pending to register
as a futures commission merchant, commodity pool operator, or a commodity trading
advisor.
Material Relationships Maintained by this Advisory
Business and Conflicts of Interest
David Hill and other representatives of DWM are also licensed as independent insurance
agents for various insurance companies and products such as Medicare, life and health
insurance. Approximately 1-10% of their time is spent in his/her insurance practice. From
time to time, they will offer clients advice or products from those activities. Therefore,
they will be able to purchase products for any client in need of such services.
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These practices represent conflicts of interest because it gives them an incentive to
recommend products based on the commission amount received. This conflict is mitigated
by disclosures, procedures, and the firm's Fiduciary obligation to place the best interest of
the client first and the clients are not required to purchase any products. Clients have the
option to purchase these products through another insurance agent of their choosing.
Recommendations or Selections of Other Investment
Advisors and Conflicts of Interest
From time to time, DWM may also utilize the services of a sub-adviser to manage clients'
investment portfolios. Sub-advisors will maintain the models or investment strategies
agreed upon between sub-advisor and DWM. Sub-advisors execute all trades on behalf of
DWM in client accounts. DWM will be responsible for the overall direct relationship with
the client. DWM retains the authority to terminate the sub-advisor relationship at
DWM's discretion.
In addition to the authority granted to DWM under the Agreement, Client will grant DWM
full discretionary authority and authorizes DWM to select and appoint one or more
independent investment advisors ("Advisors") to provide investment advisory services to
Client without prior consultation with or the prior consent of Client on Separately
Managed Account and with prior written Client consent for Standard Account. Such
Advisors shall have all of the same authority relating to the management of Client's
investment accounts as is granted to DWM in the Agreement. In addition, at DWM's
discretion, DWM may grant such Advisors full authority to further delegate such
discretionary investment authority to additional Advisors.
This practice represents a conflict of interest as DWM may select sub-advisors who charge
a lower fee for their services than other sub-advisors. This conflict is mitigated by
disclosures, procedures, and by the fact that DWM has a fiduciary duty to place the best
interest of the client first and will adhere to their code of ethics.
Item 11: Code of Ethics, Participation or Interest in
Client Transactions and Personal Trading
Code of Ethics Description
The employees of DWM have committed to a Code of Ethics ("Code"). The purpose of our
Code is to set forth standards of conduct expected of DWM employees and addresses
conflicts that may arise. The Code defines acceptable behavior for employees of DWM.
The Code reflects DWM and its supervised persons' responsibility to act in the best
interest of their client.
One area the Code addresses is when employees buy or sell securities for their personal
accounts and how to mitigate any conflict of interest with our clients. We do not allow any
employees to use non-public material information for their personal profit or to use
internal research for their personal benefit in conflict with the benefit to our clients.
DWM policy prohibits any person from acting upon or otherwise misusing non-public or
inside information. No advisory representative or other employee, officer or director of
DWM may recommend any transaction in a security or its derivative to advisory clients or
engage in personal securities transactions for a security or its derivatives if the advisory
representative possesses material, non-public information regarding the security.
DWM's Code is based on the guiding principle that the interests of the client are our top
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priority. DWM' officers, directors, advisors, and other employees have a fiduciary duty to
our clients and must diligently perform that duty to maintain the complete trust and
confidence of our clients. When a conflict arises, it is our obligation to put the client's
interests over the interests of either employees or the company.
The Code applies to "access" persons. "Access" persons are employees who have access to
non-public information regarding any clients' purchase or sale of securities, or non- public
information regarding the portfolio holdings of any reportable fund, who are involved in
making securities recommendations to clients, or who have access to such
recommendations that are non-public.
The firm will provide a copy of the Code of Ethics to any client or prospective client upon
request.
Investment Recommendations Involving a Material Financial Interest and Conflict
of Interest
DWM and its employees do not recommend to clients securities in which we have a
material financial interest.
Advisory Firm Purchase of Same Securities Recommended to
Clients and Conflicts of Interest
DWM and its employees may buy or sell securities that are also held by clients. In order to
mitigate conflicts of interest such as front running, employees are required to disclose all
reportable securities transactions as well as provide DWM with copies of their brokerage
statements.
The Chief Compliance Officer of DWM is David Hill. He reviews all employee trades each
quarter. The personal trading reviews ensure that the personal trading of employees does
not affect the markets and that clients of the firm receive preferential treatment over
employee transactions.
Client Securities Recommendations or Trades and
Concurrent Advisory Firm Securities Transactions and
Conflicts of Interest
DWM does not maintain a firm proprietary trading account and does not have a material
financial interest in any securities being recommended and therefore no conflicts of
interest exist. However, employees may buy or sell securities at the same time they buy or
sell securities for clients. In order to mitigate conflicts of interest such as front running,
employees are required to disclose all reportable securities transactions as well as provide
DWM with copies of their brokerage statements.
The Chief Compliance Officer of DWM is David Hill. He reviews all employee trades each
quarter. The personal trading reviews ensure that the personal trading of employees does
not affect the markets and that clients of the firm receive preferential treatment over
employee transactions.
Item 12: Brokerage Practices
Factors Used to Select Broker-Dealers for Client Transactions
DWM may recommend the use of a particular broker-dealer or may utilize a broker-
dealer of the client's choosing. DWM will select appropriate brokers based on a number of
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factors including but not limited to their relatively low transaction fees and reporting
ability. DWM relies on its broker to provide its execution services at the best prices
available. Lower fees for comparable services may be available from other sources. Clients
pay for any and all custodial fees in addition to the advisory fee charged by DWM.
• Directed Brokerage
In circumstances where a client directs DWM to use a certain broker-dealer, DWM still
has a fiduciary duty to its clients. The following may apply with Directed
Brokerage: DWM' inability to negotiate commissions, to obtain volume discounts,
there may be a disparity in commission charges among clients and conflicts of interest
arising from brokerage firm referrals.
• Best Execution
Investment advisors who manage or supervise client portfolios have a fiduciary
obligation of best execution. The determination of what may constitute best
execution and price in the execution of a securities transaction by a broker involves a
number of considerations and is subjective. Factors affecting brokerage selection
include the overall direct net economic result to the portfolios, the efficiency with
which the transaction is effected, the ability to effect the transaction where a large
block is involved, the operational facilities of the broker-dealer, the value of an
ongoing relationship with such broker and the financial strength and stability of the
broker. DWM does not receive any portion of the trading fees.
• Soft Dollar Arrangements
The Securities and Exchange Commission defines soft dollar practices as arrangement
under which products or services other than execution services are obtained by DWM
from or through a broker-dealer in exchange for directing client transactions to the
broker-dealer. As permitted by Section 8(e) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934,
DWM receives economic benefits as a result of commissions generated from securities
transactions by the broker-dealer from the accounts of DWM. These benefits include
both proprietary research from the broker and other research written by third
parties.
A conflict of interest exists when DWM receives soft dollars. This conflict is
mitigated by disclosures, procedures, and by the fact that DWM has a fiduciary
responsibility to act in the best interest of its clients and the services received are
beneficial to all clients.
Aggregating Securities Transactions for Client Accounts
DWM may aggregate orders in a block trade or trades when securities are purchased or
sold through the same broker-dealer for multiple (discretionary) accounts. If a block
trades cannot be executed in full at the same price or time, the securities actually
purchased or sold by the close of each business day must be allocated in a manner that is
consistent with the initial pre-allocation or other written statement. This must be done in
a way that does not consistently advantage or disadvantage particular client accounts. For
example, a partial fill will generally be filled pro-rata among participating accounts. Prior
to entry of a block trade, a written pre-allocation will be generated which identifies the
group of client accounts participating in the order.
Changes in allocation prior to final allocation may be made for good cause provided that
all client accounts receive fair and equitable treatment. A written explanation of the
reason for any material change in the allocation must be provided to and approved by the
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Compliance Officer no later than the morning following the execution of the trade. If the
change in the allocation is the result of a condition that exists or a change in the client's
account outside of the portfolio manager's control, then approval by the Compliance
Officer is not required.
Item 13: Review of Accounts
Schedule for Periodic Review of Client Accounts or Financial
Plans and Advisory Persons Involved
Account reviews are performed quarterly by Investment Advisor Representatives of
DWM. Account reviews are performed more frequently when market conditions dictate.
Financial planning relationships with clients are monitored on an ongoing basis to
ensure the recommendations made are within the scope of the plan remain suitable. The
advisor will meet with the clients on at least an annual basis to secure updated
information. These meetings may be in person or via phone.
Review of Client Accounts on Non-Periodic Basis
Other conditions that may trigger a review of clients' accounts are changes in the tax
laws, new investment information, and changes in a client's own situation.
Content of Client Provided Reports and Frequency
Clients receive written account statements no less than quarterly for managed accounts.
Account statements are issued by the Advisor's custodian. Client receives confirmations of
each transaction in account from Custodian in addition to their statements from the
Custodian.
Item 14: Client Referrals and Other Compensation
Economic Benefits Provided to the Advisory Firm from
External Sources and Conflicts of Interest
DWM does not receive any economic benefits from external sources.
Advisory Firm Payments for Client Referrals
DWM may, from time to time, enter into agreements with individuals and organizations
("solicitors") that refer Clients to DWM in exchange for compensation. For all Clients
introduced by a solicitor, DWM may pay that solicitor a fee pursuant to a previously
executed agreement. While the specific terms of each agreement may differ, generally, the
compensation will be based upon DWM's engagement of new Clients and is calculated
using a fixed fee, or a varying percentage of the fees paid to DWM by such Clients. Any
such fee shall be paid solely from DWM's investment management fee and shall not result
in any additional charge to the Client. DWM ensures that solicitors are registered with all
appropriate jurisdictions or exempt from registration as investment advisers or
investment adviser representatives.
Each referred Client to DWM under such an arrangement will receive a copy of this
brochure and a separate written disclosure document disclosing the nature of the
relationship between the solicitor and DWM and the amount of compensation that will be
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paid by DWM to the solicitor. The solicitor is required to obtain the Client's signature
acknowledging receipt of DWM's disclosure brochure and the solicitor's written disclosure
statement.
Item 15: Custody
Account Statements
All assets are held by qualified custodians, which means the custodians provide account
statements directly to clients via email, through the Custodian portal or at their address of
record at least quarterly.
DWM is deemed to have constructive custody solely because advisory fees are directly
deducted from client's account.
DWM is also deemed to have limited custody due to its Third-Party Standing Letters of
Authorization ("SLOA").
DWM and its qualified custodian meet the following seven (7) conditions in order to avoid
maintaining full custody and be subject to the surprise exam requirement:
1. The Client provides an instruction to the qualified custodian, in writing, that includes
the Client's signature, the third party's name, and either the third party's address or
the third party's account number at a custodian to which the transfer should be
directed.
2. The Client authorizes DWM, in writing, either on the qualified custodian's form or
separately, to direct transfers to the third party either on a specified schedule or from
time to time.
3. The Client's qualified custodian performs appropriate verification of the instruction,
such as a signature review or other method to verify the Client's authorization and
provides a transfer of funds notice to the Client promptly after each transfer.
4. The Client has the ability to terminate or change the instruction to the Client's
qualified custodian.
5. DWM has no authority or ability to designate or change the identity of the third party,
the address, or any other information about the third party contained in the Client's
instruction.
6. DWM maintains records showing that the third party is not a related party nor
located at the same address as DWM.
7. The Client's qualified custodian sends the Client, in writing, an initial notice confirming the
instruction and an annual notice reconfirming the instruction.
Item 16: Investment Discretion
Discretionary Authority for Trading
DWM requires discretion over the selection and amount of securities to be bought or sold
for their account (within the parameters established by their Advisory Agreement)
without obtaining client consent or approval. However, these purchases may be subject to
specified investment objectives and guidelines. For example, a Client may specify that the
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investment in any particular stock or industry should not exceed specified percentages of
the value of the portfolio.
Discretionary authority will only be authorized upon full disclosure to the client and by
that client specifically authorizing said authority through the execution of an Investment
Advisory Agreement. All discretionary trades made by DWM on behalf of their
discretionary accounts (clients) will be in accordance with that client's investment
objectives and goals.
Item 17: Voting Client Securities
Proxy Votes
DWM does not vote proxies on securities. Clients are expected to vote their own proxies.
The client will receive their proxies directly from the custodian of their account or from a
transfer agent.
When assistance on voting proxies is requested, DWM will provide recommendations to
the client. If a conflict of interest exists, it will be disclosed to the client.
Item 18: Financial Information
Balance Sheet
A balance sheet is not required to be provided because DWM does not serve as a
custodian for client funds or securities and DWM does not require prepayment of fees of
more than $1200 per client and six months or more in advance.
Financial Conditions Reasonably Likely to Impair Advisory
Firm's Ability to Meet Commitments to Clients
DWM has no condition that is reasonably likely to impair our ability to meet contractual
commitments to our clients.
Bankruptcy Petitions during the Past Ten Years
Neither DWM nor its management has had any bankruptcy petitions in the last ten years.
SUPERVISED PERSON BROCHURE
FORM ADV PART 2B
David B. Hill, CFP®
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Diamond
Wealth Management, LLC
Office Address:
40 W Main St. Court
Suite 50E
Alpine, UT 84004
Tel: 801-216-4811
dave@diamondwealthmgt.com
www.Diamondwealthmgt.com
This brochure supplement provides information about David B. Hill and supplements the Diamond Wealth
Management, LLC brochure. You should have received a copy of that brochure. Please contact David B.
Hill if you did not receive the brochure or if you have any questions about the contents of this supplement.
April 2025
Additional information about David B. Hill (CRD #4049028) is available on the SEC's website at
www.adviserinfo.sec.gov.
Brochure Supplement (Part B of Form ADV)
Supervised Person Brochure
Principal Executive Officer
David B. Hill, CFP®
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Year of birth: 1955
Item 2 Educational Background and Business Experience
Educational Background:
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Boise State University; Bachelor of Business Administration, Accounting; 1979
Business Experience:
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Diamond Wealth Management, LLC; CCO/IAR; 05/2017-Present
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Silverhill Life, LLC; Member/Insurance Agent; 02/2018-Present
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Independent Insurance Agent; 03/2011-Present
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Capital Guardian, LLC; Registered Representative; 06/2014-05/2017
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Capital Guardian Wealth Management, LLC; IAR; 06/2012-05/2017
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Fortius Wealth Management LLC; IAR; 04/2012-06/2012
• Waddell & Reed, Inc.; IAR/Registered Representative; 03/2011-04/2012
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Bank of America, NA; Investment Associate; 03/2010-03/2011
• Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated; IAR/Registered
Representative; 11/1999-03/2011
Item 3 Disciplinary Information
Criminal or Civil Action: None to report.
Administrative Proceeding: None to report.
Self-Regulatory Proceeding: None to report.
Item 4 Other Business Activities
David Hill has a financial industry affiliated business as an independent insurance agent
and as an insurance agent with Silverhill Life, LLC. From time to time, he will offer clients
advice or products from those activities. He may receive separate yet typical
compensation in the form of commissions for the sale of insurance products.
These practices represent conflicts of interest because it gives Mr. Hill an incentive to
recommend products based on the commission amount received. This conflict is mitigated
by disclosures, procedures, and the firm's Fiduciary obligation to place the best interest of
the client first and the clients are not required to purchase any products. Clients have the
option to purchase these products through another insurance agent of their choosing.
Item 5 Additional Compensation
David Hill receives additional compensation in his capacity as an insurance agent, but he
does not receive any performance-based fees.
Item 6 Supervision
Since Mr. Hill is the Chief Compliance Officer of DWM he is ultimately responsible for all
supervision and formulation and monitoring of investment advice offered to clients.
David Hill's contact information: PHONE: 801-216-4811 EMAIL: dave@diamondwealthmgt.com.
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