Overview
- Headquarters
- Marlton, NJ
- Total Firm Assets
- $1.4 billion
- Average High-Net-Worth Client Portfolio Size
- $0.4 million
Clients
- High-Net-Worth Share of Firm Assets
- 76.67%
- Number of High-Net-Worth Clients
- 2,477
- Total Client Accounts
- 4,662
- Discretionary Accounts
- 4,662
Services Offered
Services: Financial Planning, Portfolio Management for Individuals, Portfolio Management for Institutional Clients, Pension Consulting
Regulatory Filings
- SEC CRD Number
- 336824
Primary Brochure: ADV 2A DISCLOSURE BROCHURE - LAUREL OAK WEALTH MANAGEMENT (2026-03-27)
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Form ADV Part 2A
Disclosure Brochure
January 1, 2026
Main Office Location:
525 NJ-73, Suite 200, Marlton, NJ 08053
Other Office Locations:
131 Continental Drive, Suite 307, Newark, DE 19713
101 College Rd E, 2nd Floor, Princeton, NJ 08540
Phone: 856-519-0200
Website: www.laureloakwealth.com
This Brochure provides information about the qualifications and business practices of Laurel Oak
Wealth Management, LLC (“Laurel Oak” or “the Firm”). If there are any questions about the contents
of this brochure, please contact us at the telephone number listed above. For compliance-specific
requests, please call 971-371-3450. The information in this Brochure has not been approved or
verified by the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) or by any state securities
authority.
Additional information about the Firm is available on the SEC’s website at www.adviserinfo.sec.gov.
The Firm has filed to become an SEC-registered investment adviser. Registration does not imply any
level of skill or training.
ITEM 2 - MATERIAL CHANGES
In this Item, Laurel Oak Wealth Management, LLC (hereby known as “Laurel Oak” or the “Firm”) is required to
discuss any material changes that have been made to the Brochure since the last annual amendment.
Material changes since the previous filing of this brochure include:
• The Firm has amended its Form ADV to update current Assets Under Management.
We will ensure that all current clients receive this Summary of Material Changes and updated Brochure within
120 days of the close of our business fiscal year. This Summary of Material Changes is also included with our
Brochure on the SEC’s website at www.adviserinfo.sec.gov. The searchable IARD/CRD number for Laurel Oak
is #336824. We may further provide other ongoing disclosure information about material changes as
necessary, and will further provide all clients with a new Brochure as necessary based on changes or new
information, at any time, without charge.
Clients are encouraged to carefully read the Brochure in its entirety and contact their Financial Advisor with
any questions.
Our Brochure may also be requested by contacting Stacy Sizemore, IACCP®, Chief Compliance Officer at 971-
371-3450.
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ITEM 3 - TABLE OF CONTENTS
ITEM 2 - MATERIAL CHANGES..................................................................................................................2
ITEM 3 - TABLE OF CONTENTS .................................................................................................................3
ITEM 4 - ADVISORY BUSINESS..................................................................................................................4
ITEM 5 - FEES AND COMPENSATION ........................................................................................................6
ITEM 6 - PERFORMANCE-BASED FEES AND SIDE-BY-SIDE MANAGEMENT ...................................................8
ITEM 7 - TYPES OF CLIENTS......................................................................................................................8
ITEM 8 - METHODS OF ANALYSIS, INVESTMENT STRATEGIES AND RISK OF LOSS.........................................8
ITEM 9 - DISCIPLINARY INFORMATION ................................................................................................... 12
ITEM 10 - OTHER FINANCIAL INDUSTRY ACTIVITIES AND AFFILIATIONS .................................................... 15
ITEM 11 - CODE OF ETHICS, PARTICIPATION OR INTEREST IN CLIENT TRANSACTIONS AND PERSONAL
TRADING .............................................................................................................................................. 16
ITEM 12 - BROKERAGE PRACTICES ......................................................................................................... 18
ITEM 13 - REVIEW OF ACCOUNTS .......................................................................................................... 20
ITEM 14 - CLIENT REFERRALS AND OTHER COMPENSATION .................................................................... 21
ITEM 15 - CUSTODY .............................................................................................................................. 22
ITEM 16 - INVESTMENT DISCRETION ...................................................................................................... 23
ITEM 17 - VOTING CLIENT SECURITIES ................................................................................................... 23
ITEM 18 - FINANCIAL INFORMATION ..................................................................................................... 24
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ITEM 4 - ADVISORY BUSINESS
Description of Advisory Firm
Laurel Oak Wealth Management, LLC (“Laurel Oak”, “The Firm,” “we,” “our,” or “us”), is a privately owned
limited liability company headquartered in Marlton, NJ.
Laurel Oak is registered as an investment adviser with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. The
Firm was formed in 2007 and is owned by Laurel Oak Holdings LLC (Robert Andreacchio, Matthew Fitzgerald,
Christopher Heiser, Louis Laselva, Keith Radimer, and Greg Rosen).
As of December 31, 2025, Laurel Oak managed approximately $1,399,270,429 in assets for approximately
4662 accounts, all of which are managed on a discretionary basis. All accounts utilize a wrap program.
While this brochure generally describes the business of the Firm, certain sections also discuss the activities
of its Supervised Persons, which refer to the Firm’s officers, partners, directors (or other persons occupying
a similar status or performing similar functions), employees, or any other person who provides investment
advice on the Firm’s behalf and is subject to the Firm’s supervision or control.
Advisory Services Offered
Laurel Oak offers discretionary investment management, non-discretionary, and investment advisory services,
as well as financial planning and consulting. Prior to the Firm rendering any of the foregoing advisory services,
clients are required to enter into one or more written agreements with the Firm setting forth the relevant
terms and conditions of the advisory relationship (the “Advisory Agreement”).
Investment Management Services
Laurel Oak offers continuous and regular investment supervisory services on a discretionary and non-
discretionary basis, as well as financial planning, consulting, and pension and/or 401 (k) plan management.
While we work with clients, we have the ongoing responsibility to select and/or make recommendations
based upon the objectives of the client, as to specific securities or other investments that he/she
recommends or purchases/sells in clients’ accounts. We utilize a variety of investment types when making
investment recommendations/purchases in client accounts, which include, but are not limited to, equity
securities, fixed-income securities, alternatives, mutual funds, and Independent Managers. The
investments recommended/purchased are based on the client’s individual needs, goals, and objectives.
The Firm offers investment advice on any investment held by the client at the start of the advisory
relationship. We describe the material investment risks under Item 8 – Methods of Analysis, Investment
Strategies, and Risk of Loss. Financial Planning may be provided to clients as part of the Investment
Management Services. When being provided as a separate service, it is described in this section under The
Laurel Oak Advice Program below.
We discuss our discretionary authority below under Item 16 – Investment Discretion. For more
information about the restrictions clients can put on their accounts, see Tailored Services and Client-
Imposed Restrictions in this item below. We describe the fees charged for investment management services
below under Item 5 – Fees and Compensation.
Laurel Oak’s Advice Program (“The Program”)
Under the Laurel Oak Advice Program (“The Program”), the Firm may offer clients a variety of financial
planning, consulting services, or other non-investment advice, research, and advisory services to
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individuals, families, and other clients regarding their financial resources based upon an analysis of the client’s
current situation, goals, and objectives. The services are customized to accommodate the needs and
resources of each client and may address a broad range of matters, including, but not limited to:
- Cash Flow and Budgeting
- Protection Planning
- Executive Compensation
- Bill Pay
- Succession Planning
- Charitable Planning
-
Lending
- Tax Preparation
- Educational Funding
- Credit Analysis
- Retirement Planning
- Mortgages
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Trust & Estate Administration
- Financial Reporting
- Estate Planning
- Business Planning
- Wealth Transfer
- Employee Benefits
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Tax Planning
- Family Financial Planning
Services are provided under an ongoing consultation agreement. A potential conflict of interest exists if
Laurel Oak recommends clients engage the Firm or its Supervised Persons for services to be rendered
outside of the Program. Clients are under no obligation to act upon any such recommendations, and clients
retain absolute discretion over all such implementation decisions.
In performing these services, the Firm is not required to verify any information received from the client or
from the client’s other professionals (e.g., attorneys, accountants, etc.) and is expressly authorized to rely
on such information. Clients are advised that it remains their responsibility to promptly notify the Firm if
there is ever any change in their financial situation or investment objectives for the purpose of reviewing,
evaluating, or revising the Firm’s previous recommendations and/or services. We describe fees charged for
Consultation Services below under Item 5 - Fees and Compensation.
Use of Independent Managers and Sub-Advisors
The Firm may select certain Independent Managers and/or Sub-Advisors to actively manage a portion of
its clients’ assets. The specific terms and conditions under which a client engages an Independent Manager
and/or Sub-Advisor may be set forth in a separate written agreement with the designated Independent
Managers engaged to manage their assets.
The Firm evaluates a variety of information about Independent Managers and/or Sub-Advisors, which may
include the Independent Managers’ and/or Sub-Advisors’ public disclosure documents, materials supplied
by the Independent Managers themselves, and other third-party analyses it believes are reputable. To the
extent possible, the Firm seeks to assess the Independent Manager’s and/or Sub -Advisor’s investment
strategies, past performance, and risk results concerning its clients’ individual portfolio allocations and risk
exposure. The Firm also takes into consideration each Independent Manager’s and/or Sub -Advisor’s
management style, returns, reputation, financial strength, reporting, pricing, and research capabilities,
among other factors.
The Firm continues to provide services relative to the discretionary selection of the Independent Managers
and/or Sub-Advisors. On an ongoing basis, the Firm monitors the performance of those accounts being
managed by Independent Managers and/or Sub-Advisors. The Firm seeks to ensure its strategies and target
allocations remain aligned with its clients’ investment objectives and overall best interests.
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Sponsor and Manager of Wrap Program
The Firm provides substantially all investment management services as the sponsor and manager of the
Laurel Oak Wealth Management, LLC Wrap Program (the “Wrap Program”), a wrap fee program where
transactional, custodial, and other similar fees are absorbed by the Firm. Accounts managed through the
Wrap Program are done so in substantially the same manner as those that may be managed under a non -
wrap arrangement. Independent Manager fees are separate from the wrap fee. Additional information
about the Wrap Program is available in the Firm’s Wrap Brochure, which appears as Part 2A Appendix 1 of
the Firm’s Form ADV.
ITEM 5 - FEES AND COMPENSATION
Fee Schedule & Billing Method
Laurel Oak offers services on a fee basis, which may include fixed, flat, or hourly fees, as well as fees based
upon assets under management or advisement.
Investment Management Services
The annual management fee for our Investment Management Services, including Financial Planning, is
based on the total dollar value of the assets maintained in the client account. The fee assessed and/or
charged is based on what is stipulated in the Investment Advisory Agreement signed by each client.
Our annual fee ranges up to 2.0% annually and is assessed and/or charged monthly in arrears, based on
the value at the end of the billing period. Inflows and outflows of cash are considered on a prorated basis
in this calculation. Fees can be structured as a fixed flat percentage fee on total assets in the account, a
fixed flat dollar amount, or a tiered fee schedule whereby the fee is calculated by applying different rates
to different levels of assets.
Laurel Oak’s Advice Program (“The Program”) Fees
In addition to the advisory fees paid, we may provide advice services to clients under the Program regarding
financial planning, consulting services, or other non-investment advice, research, and advisory services.
Fees are generally charged as either a flat fee or an hourly fee based on the time utilized and other items
required to perform the service. The fee assessed and/or charged is based on what is stipulated in the
Agreement signed by each client. These fees are not included in the Wrap Fee Program.
Other Fees and Expenses
In addition to the advisory fees paid to the Firm, clients may incur certain charges imposed by other third
parties, such as broker-dealers, custodians, trust companies, platform service providers, banks, and other
financial institutions (collectively “Financial Institutions”). These additional charges may include securities
brokerage commissions, transaction fees, custodial fees, fees attributable to alternative assets, reporting
charges, margin costs, charges imposed directly by an Independent Manager and/or Sub-Advisor, a mutual
fund or ETF in a client’s account, as disclosed in the fund’s prospectus (e.g., fund management fees and
other fund expenses), deferred sales charges, odd-lot differentials, transfer taxes, wire transfer and
electronic fund fees, and other fees and taxes on brokerage accounts and securities transactions. In
addition, fees charged by the Independent Managers/Sub-Advisors are charged to the clients separately. In
these relationships with third-party and/or Sub-Advisors, these fees would be in addition to the fees
charged by the Firm, paid directly to the third-party and/or Independent Manager/Sub-Advisor, and the
Firm will not receive any portion of those fees or share in those fees.
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Direct Fee Debit
Clients generally provide the Firm and/or the Independent Managers/Sub-Advisors with the authority to
directly debit their accounts for payment of the investment advisory fees. The Financial Institutions that
act as the qualified custodian for client accounts, from which the Firm retains the authority to directly
deduct fees, are required to send statements to clients not less than quarterly detailing account
transactions, including any amounts paid to the Firm.
Account Additions and Withdrawals
As stated above, clients may make additions to and withdrawals from their accounts at any time, subject
to the Firm’s right to terminate an account. Additions may be in cash or securities, provided that the Firm
reserves the right to liquidate any transferred securities or declines to accept particular securities into a
client’s account. Clients may withdraw account assets on notice to the Firm, subject to the usual and
customary securities settlement procedures. However, the Firm generally designs its portfolios as long-
term investments, and the withdrawal of assets may impair the achievement of a client’s investment
objectives. The Firm may consult with its clients about the options and implications of transferring
securities. Clients are advised that when transferred securities are liquidated, they may be subject to
transaction fees, short-term redemption fees, fees assessed at the mutual fund level (e.g., contingent
deferred sales charges), and/or tax ramifications.
Commissions and Sales Charges for Recommendations of Securities
Clients can engage certain persons associated with Laurel Oak (but not the Firm directly) to render
securities brokerage services under a separate commission-based arrangement. Clients are under no
obligation to engage such persons and may choose brokers or agents not affiliated with Laurel Oak.
Under this arrangement, the Firm’s Supervised Persons, in their individual capacities as registered
representatives of Purshe Kaplan Sterling Investments, Inc. (“PKS”), may provide securities brokerage
services and implement securities transactions under a separate commission-based arrangement.
Supervised Persons may be entitled to a portion of the brokerage commissions paid to PKS, as well as a
share of any ongoing distribution or service (trail) fees from the sale of mutual funds. The Firm may also
recommend no-load or load-waived funds, where no sales charges are assessed. Prior to effecting any
transactions, clients are required to enter into a separate account agreement with PKS.
A conflict of interest exists to the extent that the Firm recommends the purchase or sale of securities where
Supervised Persons receive commissions or other additional compensation as a result of the Firm’s
recommendation. We take our fiduciary duty and professional responsibility very seriously and always
endeavor to act in the Clients’ best interest, regardless of any such affiliations. For certain accounts covered
by the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (“ERISA”) and such others that the Firm, in its
sole discretion, deems appropriate, the Firm may provide its investment advisory services on a fee -offset
basis. In this scenario, the Firm may offset its fees by an amount equal to the aggregate commissions and
12b-1 fees earned by the Firm’s Supervised Persons in their individual capacities as registered
representatives of PKS.
Termination
Either party may terminate the advisory agreement at any time by providing written notice to the other
party. The client may terminate the agreement at any time by writing, emailing, or phoning Laurel Oak at
our office. The Firm will refund any prepaid, unearned advisory fees.
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Terminations will not affect liabilities or obligations from transactions initiated in client accounts prior to
termination. In the event the client terminates the investment advisory agreement. The Firm will not
liquidate any securities in the account unless instructed by the client to do so. In the event of the client’s
death or disability, the Firm will continue management of the account until we are notified of the client’s
death or disability and given alternative instructions by an authorized party.
ITEM 6 - PERFORMANCE-BASED FEES AND SIDE-BY-SIDE MANAGEMENT
Laurel Oak does not charge performance-based fees or other fees based on a share of capital gains or
capital appreciation of the assets of a client.
ITEM 7 - TYPES OF CLIENTS
Laurel Oak provides asset management, financial planning, ERISA plan advisory & consulting, investment
advisory, consulting, and selection of third-party Independent Managers and/or Sub-Advisors. Our services
are provided on a discretionary or non-discretionary basis to a variety of clients, such as institutional
investors, individuals, high net worth individuals, governmental entities, trusts and estates, qualified
purchasers, and individual participants of retirement plans. In addition, we may also provide advisory
services to entities such as pension and profit-sharing plans, businesses, and other investment advisors.
Account Requirements
Laurel Oak does not impose a stated minimum fee or minimum portfolio value for starting and maintaining an
investment management relationship. Certain Independent Managers may, however, impose more restrictive
account requirements and billing practices from the Firm. In these instances, the Firm may alter its
corresponding account requirements and/or billing practices to accommodate those of the Independent
Managers.
ITEM 8 - METHODS OF ANALYSIS, INVESTMENT STRATEGIES AND RISK OF
LOSS
Methods of Analysis and Investment Strategies
Laurel Oak generally uses one or more of the following methods of analysis or investment strategies when
providing investment advice to you.
The Firm selects categories of investments based on the client's attitudes about risk and their need for
capital appreciation or income. Different instruments involve different levels of exposure to risk. We seek
to select individual securities with characteristics that are most consistent with the client’s objectives. Since
the Firm treats each client account uniquely, client portfolios with similar investment objectives and asset
allocation goals may own different securities.
General Investment Strategies
The Firm generally uses diversification in an effort to minimize risk and optimize the potential return of a
portfolio. More specifically, we utilize multiple asset classes, investment styles, market capitalizations,
sectors, and regions to provide diversification. Each portfolio composition is determined in accordance with
the client’s investment objectives, risk tolerance, and time horizon. We utilize both passive and active
investment management strategies in an effort to optimize portfolios.
Our general investment strategy is to seek real capital growth proportionate to the level of risk the client
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is willing to take. We develop a Client Profile to help identify the client’s investment objectives, time
horizon, risk tolerance, tax considerations, target asset allocation, and any special considerations and/or
restrictions the client chooses to place on the management of the account. The Firm will then recommend
investments that we feel are consistent with the Client Profile.
After defining client needs, the Firm develops and implements plans for the client’s account. Then, we
monitor the results and make adjustments as needed. As the initial assumptions change, the plans
themselves may need to be adapted. Continuous portfolio management is important in an effort to keep
the client’s portfolio consistent with the client’s objectives.
Methods of Analysis for Selecting Securities
Technical Analysis
Technical analysis involves studying past price patterns, trends, and interrelationships in the financial
markets to assess risk-adjusted performance and predict the direction of both the overall market and
specific securities. However, there is no assurance of accurate forecasts or that trends will develop in the
markets we follow. In the past, there have been periods without discernible trends, and similar periods will
presumably occur in the future. Even where major trends develop, outside factors like government
intervention could potentially shorten them.
Furthermore, one limitation of technical analysis is that it requires price movement data, which can
translate into price trends sufficient to dictate a market entry or exit decision. In a trendless or erratic
market, a technical method may fail to identify trends requiring action. In addition, technical methods may
overreact to minor price movements, establishing positions contrary to overall price trends, which may
result in losses. Finally, a technical trading method may underperform other trading methods when
fundamental factors dominate price moves within a given market.
The calculations that underlie our system, methods, and strategies involve many variables, including
determinants from information generated by computers and/or charts. The use of a computer in collating
information or in developing and operating a trading method does not assure the success of the method
because a computer is merely an aid in compiling and organizing trade information.
Accordingly, no assurance is given that the decisions based on computer-generated information will
produce profits for a client’s account.
Relative Strength Analysis
Relative strength measures one stock versus another or a group of stocks versus an index, such as the S&P
500. Through relative strength analysis, we can rank areas of the market that are outperforming or
underperforming the broad market, whether the Russell 3000 or S&P 500. For our purposes, we use the
S&P 500. We then add the highest relative strength sectors and macro areas (i.e., small cap vs. large cap)
to our investment model, using primarily ETFs. The general premise is that those areas of the market with
the highest relative strength outperform over the long term. Additionally, as a risk override, we run a
moving average analysis to identify when markets are most vulnerable, and from time to time lighten
market exposure.
Fundamental Analysis
Fundamental analysis assesses the financial health and management effectiveness of a business by
analyzing a company’s financial reports, key financial ratios, industry developments, economic data,
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competitive landscape, and management. The objective of fundamental analysis is to use historical and
current financial data to assess the stock valuation of a company, evaluate company profitability, credit
risk, and forecast future performance of the company and its share price. Fundamental analysis
assumptions and calculations are based on historical data and forecasts; therefore, the quality of
information and assumptions used is critical. Differences can exist between market fundamentals and how
they are analyzed.
Charting Analysis
Charting analysis involves the use of patterns in performance charts. We use this charting technique to
search for patterns in an effort to predict favorable conditions for buying and/or selling a security.
Mutual Funds/ETFs
In analyzing mutual funds and ETFs, we may use various sources of information. We review key
characteristics such as historical performance, consistency of returns, risk level, and size of fund. Expense
ratio and other costs are also significant factors in fund selection. We also subscribe to/access additional
information from other sources that inform our general macroeconomic view.
Options
We may use options as an investment strategy. An option is a contract that gives the buyer the right, but
not the obligation, to buy or sell an asset (such as a share of stock) at a specific price on or before a certain
date. An option, just like a stock or bond, is a security. An option is also a derivative because it derives its
value from an underlying asset. The two types of options are calls and puts. A call gives the holder the right
to buy an asset at a certain price within a specific period of time. A call may be purchased if the expectation
is that the stock will increase substantially in value before the option expires. It may also be sold as a hedge
to protect gains or principal of an existing holding (covered calls). A put gives the holder the right to sell
an asset at a certain price within a specific period of time. A put may be purchased if the expectation is
that the stock will decrease substantially in value before the option expires. They are typically purchased as
a hedge to protect gains or principal of a portfolio. There are various option strategies that we may deploy
in a strategy, as appropriate for a client’s needs. These include but may not be limited to covered options
(selling a call or put for a premium payment while retaining the cash or securities required to facilitate
the underlying purchase or sale of securities if an option is exercised) or spreads/straddles (buying or
selling call or put options on the same or opposite side of the market to benefit from the bid/ask “spread”
or to straddle the market based on value or time variances).
Alternative Investments
We may use Alternative Investments as a way to diversify a portfolio. Alternative Investments are
considered to be “non-correlated” assets, meaning that they do not tend to run up or down (track) with
the market like standard securities typically do. The main goal of alternatives is to provide access to other
return sources, with the potential benefit of reducing the risk of a client’s portfolio, improving returns, or
both.
Modern Portfolio Theory (MPT)
We may use Modern Portfolio Theory, which is a theory of investment that attempts to maximize portfolio
expected return for a given amount of portfolio risk, or equivalently, minimize risk for a given level of
expected return, by carefully diversifying the proportions of various assets.
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Tactical Asset Allocation
We may use a tactical asset allocation strategy in the shorter term to deviate from a client’s long-term
strategic asset allocation target in an effort to take advantage of what we perceive as market pricing
anomalies or strong market sectors or to avoid perceived weak sectors. Once they achieve the desired
short-term opportunities or perceive those opportunities have passed, we generally return a client’s
portfolio to the original strategic asset mix.
Cash as a Strategic Asset
We may use cash as a strategic asset and, at times, move or keep clients’ assets in cash or cash
equivalents. While high cash levels can help protect a client’s assets during periods of market decline, there
is a risk that our timing in moving to cash is less than optimal upon either exit or reentry into the market,
potentially resulting in missed opportunities during positive market moves.
Long-term Holding
Long-term holding involves securities purchased with the expectation that the value of those securities
will grow over a relatively long period of time, generally greater than one year. We do not generally
purchase securities for clients with the intent to sell the securities within 30 days of purchase, as we do not
generally use short-term trading as an investment strategy. However, there may be times when we will sell
a security for a client when the client has held the position for less than 30 days.
We do not attempt to time short-term market swings. Short-term buying and selling of securities are
typically limited to those cases where a purchase has resulted in an unanticipated gain or loss, in which we
believe that a subsequent sale is in the best interest of the client.
Short-term Holding
Short-term holding involves securities purchased with the expectation that they will be sold within a
relatively short period of time, generally less than one year, to take advantage of the securities' short-term
price fluctuations.
We do not attempt to time short-term market swings. Short-term buying and selling of securities are
typically limited to those cases where a purchase has resulted in an unanticipated gain or loss, in which we
believe that a subsequent sale is in the best interest of the client.
Trend
We may manage client assets using a trend-following methodology based on the 200-day average and
grounded in a strong sell discipline for all positions within the portfolio.
Dollar-Cost-Averaging
Dollar-cost averaging involves investing money in multiple installments over time to take advantage of price
fluctuations in an attempt to get a lower average cost per share.
Defensive Strategies
If we anticipate poor near-term prospects for equity markets, we may adopt a defensive strategy for
clients’ accounts by investing substantially in fixed-income securities and/or money market instruments.
We may also utilize low, non, or negative correlated investments through mutual funds and ETFs. The re can
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be no guarantee that the use of defensive techniques would be successful in avoiding losses.
Margin
Some clients of the Firm maintain margin accounts to facilitate short-term borrowing needs, which are
unrelated to our investment strategy (ies). For some high-net-worth (HNW) clients that are seeking a more
aggressive strategy for their portfolio, we may work with those clients on an individual basis to develop a
leveraged strategy utilizing margin to increase market participation portfolio as part of a customized
investment strategy. Clients are responsible for any brokerage or margin charges in addition to advisory fees.
Risks of using margin include “margin calls” (also called "fed calls" or "maintenance calls.") Margin calls
occur when account values decrease below minimum maintenance margin levels established by the
broker-dealer that holds the securities in the client’s account, requiring the investor to deposit additional
money or securities into their margin account.
While the use of margin borrowing can increase returns, it can also magnify losses. Clients must specifically
request to establish a margin account.
Additional Strategies
Clients interested in learning more about any of the above strategies should contact us for more information
and/or refer to the prospectus of any mutual fund. We may also consider additional strategies at the specific
client's request.
Investing Involves Risk
General Risks of Owning Securities
Investing in securities involves the risk of loss that clients should be prepared to bear. While the stock
market may increase and account(s) could enjoy a gain, it is also possible that the stock market may
decrease, and account(s) could suffer a loss. It is important that clients understand the risks associated
with investing in the stock market, are appropriately diversified in investments, and ask us any questions
they may have.
Risk of Loss
Diversification does not guarantee a profit or guarantee to protect against loss, and there is no guarantee
that investment objectives will be achieved. The Firm's strategies and recommendations may lose value. All
investments have certain risks involved, including, but not limited to, the following:
• Alternative Investment Risk: Alternative Investments involve a high degree of risk, often engage
in leveraging and other speculative investment practices that may increase the risk of investment
loss, can be highly illiquid, are not always required to provide periodic pricing or valuation
information to
investors, may involve complex tax structures and delays in distributing important
tax information, are not subject to the same regulatory requirements as mutual funds, often
charge high fees which may offset any trading profits, and in many cases the underlying
investments are not transparent and are known only to the investment manager. Alternative
investment performance can be volatile. An investor could lose all or a substantial amount of his
or her investment.
• Catastrophic Events Risk: The value of securities may decline as a result of various catastrophic
events, such as pandemics, natural disasters, and terrorism. Losses resulting from these
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catastrophic events can be substantial and could have a material adverse effect on our business
and clients.
• Credit Risk: Most fixed-income instruments are dependent on the underlying credit of the issuer.
If we are wrong about the underlying financial strength of an issuer, we may purchase securities
where the issuer and other counterparties may not honor their obligations or may have their debt
downgraded by rating agencies. If this happens, a portfolio could sustain an unrealized or realized
loss.
• Currency Risk: The value of a portfolio’s investments may fall as a result of changes in exchange
rates.
• Cyber Security Risk: With the increased use of technologies such as the Internet and the
dependence on computer systems to perform necessary business functions, the Firm may be
susceptible to operational and information security risks resulting from cyber-attacks and/or
other technological malfunctions. In general, cyber-attacks are deliberate, but unintentional
events may have similar effects. Cyberattacks include, among others, stealing or corrupting data
maintained online or digitally, preventing legitimate users from accessing information or services
on a website, releasing confidential information without authorization, gaining unauthorized
access to digital systems for the purpose of misappropriation of assets, and causing operational
disruptions. Cyber-attacks may also be carried out in a manner that does not require gaining
unauthorized access, such as causing a denial of service. Successful cyber-attacks against, or
security breakdowns of, the Firm may adversely affect the client. The Firm may have limited ability
to prevent or mitigate cyber-attacks or security or technology breakdowns affecting clients. While
the Firm has established business continuity plans and systems designed to prevent or reduce the
impact of cyberattacks, such plans and systems are subject to inherent limitations.
• Derivative Risk: Derivatives are securities, such as futures contracts or options, whose value is
derived from that of other securities or indices. Derivatives can be used for hedging (attempting
to reduce risk by offsetting one investment position with another) or non-hedging purposes.
Hedging with derivatives may increase expenses, and there is no guarantee that a hedging strategy
will achieve the desired results. Utilizing derivatives can cause greater than ordinary investment
risk, which could result in losses.
• Emerging Markets Risk: To the extent that a portfolio invests in issuers located in emerging
markets, the risk may be heightened by political changes and changes in taxation or currency
controls that could adversely affect the values of these investments. Emerging markets have been
more volatile than the markets of developed countries with more mature economies.
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• ETF and Mutual Fund Risk: When we invest in an ETF or mutual fund for a client, the client will
bear additional expenses based on its pro rata share of the ETF or mutual fund’s operating
expenses, including the potential duplication of management fees. The risk of owning an ETF or
mutual fund greatly reflects the risks of owning the unde rlying securities the ETF or mutual fund
holds. Clients may also incur brokerage costs when purchasing ETFs.
Independent Manager Risk: As stated above, the Firm may select certain Independent Managers
to manage a portion of its clients’ assets. In these situations, the Firm continues to conduct
ongoing due diligence of such managers, but such recommendations rely to a great extent on the
Independent Managers’ ability to successfully implement their investment strategies. In addition,
the Firm generally may not have the ability to supervise the Independent Managers on a day-to-
day basis.
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Industry Risk: The portfolio’s investments could be concentrated within one industry or group of
industries. Any factors detrimental to the performance of such industries will disproportionately
impact a portfolio. Investments focused on a particular industry are subject to greater risk and
are more greatly impacted by market volatility than less concentrated investments.
Inflation Risk: Most fixed-income instruments will sustain losses if inflation increases or the
market anticipates increases in inflation. If we enter a period of moderate or heavy inflation,
the value of fixed-income securities could go down.
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Interest Rate Risk: Fluctuations in interest rates may cause investment prices to fluctuate.
• Managed Portfolio Risk: Investments vary with the success and failure of our investment
strategies, research, analysis, and determination of portfolio securities. If our investment
strategies do not produce the expected returns, the value of the investment may decrease. The
success of the Firm’s strategy for an account or Portfolio is subject to the Firm’s ability to
continually analyze and select appropriate investments and allocate and re-allocate the
investments consistent with the intended investment objectives and risk parameters. There is no
assurance that the Firm’s efforts will be successful.
• Margin Risk: Certain strategies or portfolios (such as options) require the use of a margin account
to establish required positions. The use of margin carries risks that clients should understand. In
volatile markets, security prices can fall very quickly. If the net value of a client’s account (less the
amount the client owes to the broker) falls below a certain level, the broker will issue a “margin
call,” and the client will be required to sell the security (and other positions) or add more cash to
the account. You could lose more money than you originally invested. Additionally, the client must
pay interest on the margin balance owed to the broker until it is repaid in full. The amount of margin
interest will diminish the client’s profits and, in some cases, could cause net losses in the client’s
account.
• Market Risk: The value of securities in the portfolio will fluctuate and, as a result, the value may
decline suddenly or over a sustained period of time.
• Non-U.S. Securities Risk: Non-U.S. securities are subject to the risks of foreign currency
fluctuations, generally higher volatility, lower liquidity than U.S. securities, less developed
securities markets and economic systems, and political-economic instability.
• Option Risk: Changes in the market price or other economic attributes of the underlying
investment, changes in the realized or perceived volatility of the relevant market and underlying
investment, and time remaining before an option’s expiration affect the market price of options.
If the market for the options becomes less liquid or smaller, the market price of the options may
be adversely affected. The Firm may close out a written option position by buying the option
instead of letting it expire or be exercised. The Firm may close out long options by selling instead
of letting them expire or be exercised. There can be no assurance that a liquid market will exist
when the Firm seeks to close out an option position by buying or selling the option. When the
Firm writes (sells) an option, it faces the risk that it will experience a loss if the option purchaser
exercises the option sold by the Firm. Writing options can cause the client’s account to be highly
volatile, and it may be subject to sudden and substantial losses. The Firm’s option positions will
be marked to market on each day that the exchanges are open. The Firm’s option transactions
will be subject to limitations established by each of the exchanges, boards of trade, or other
trading facilities on which such options are traded. These limitations govern the maximum
number of options in each class that may be written or purchased by a single investor or group of
investors acting in concert, regardless of whether the options are written or purchased on the
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same or different exchanges, boards of trade, or other trading facilities or are held or written in
one or more accounts or through one or more brokers. The decision on when and how to use
options involves the exercise of skill and judgment. Market behavior or unexpected events can
adversely affect a well-executed options program. Anticipation of future movements in securities
prices or other economic factors of the underlying investments impacts the success of an option
strategy. No assurances on the Firm’s judgment being correct can be given.
• Trading Risk: The Firm may use frequent trading (in general, selling securities within 30 days of
purchasing the same securities) as an investment strategy when managing your account(s).
Frequent trading is not a fundamental part of our overall investment strategy, but we may use
this strategy occasionally when we determine that it is suitable given your stated investment
objectives and tolerance for risk. This may include buying and selling securities frequently in an
effort to capture significant market gains and avoid significant losses. When a frequent trading
policy is in effect, there is a risk that investment performance within your account may be
negatively affected, particularly through increased brokerage and other transactional costs and
taxes.
ITEM 9 - DISCIPLINARY INFORMATION
Laurel Oak and our personnel seek to maintain the highest level of business professionalism, integrity, and
ethics. We are required to disclose the facts of any legal or disciplinary events that are material to a client’s
evaluation of our business or the integrity of our management. We do not have any required disclosures
for this Item.
ITEM 10 - OTHER FINANCIAL INDUSTRY ACTIVITIES AND AFFILIATIONS
Laurel Oak is required to disclose any relationship or arrangement that is material to its advisory business
or to its clients with certain related persons.
Relationship with tru Independence, LLC
Laurel Oak maintains a business relationship with tru Independence, LLC (“tru Independence”), a service
platform for investment professionals and the owner of two SEC-registered investment advisers – tru
Independence Asset Management, LLC and tru Independence Asset Management2, LLC, which are related
advisors. Through its relationship with tru Independence, the Firm gains access to services related to
reporting, compliance, technology, transition support, and other related services.
In fulfilling its duties to its clients, the Firm endeavors at all times to put the interests of its clients first.
The Firm reviews all of its service provider relationships on an ongoing basis in an effort to ensure decisions
are made in the best interests of clients. Clients should be aware, however, that this relationship
may pose certain conflicts of interest. Specifically, tru Independence charges the Firm a platform fee
that decreases as assets increase. Accordingly, the Firm has an incentive to increase the assets it places
through the tru Independence platform. tru Independence also provided transition support aimed at
helping the Firm launch its new advisory firm. The receipt of economic and other benefits as described
above from tru Independence creates an incentive for the Firm to choose tru Independence over other
service providers that do not furnish similar benefits.
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Licensed Insurance Agents
Certain of the Laurel Oak’s Supervised Persons are licensed insurance agents and may offer certain
insurance products on a fully disclosed commissionable basis. A conflict of interest exists to the extent that
the Firm recommends the purchase of insurance products where its Supervised Persons may be
entitled to insurance commissions or other additional compensation. We take our fiduciary duty and
professional responsibility very seriously and always endeavor to act in the Clients’ best interest, regardless
of any such affiliations.
Registered Representatives of a Broker-Dealer
Certain of the Laurel Oak’s Supervised Persons are registered representatives of Purshe Kaplan Sterling
Investments, Inc. (“PKS”) and may provide clients with securities brokerage services under a separate
commission-based arrangement. This arrangement is described at length in Item 5. This arrangement
allows the Firm's Supervised Persons to offer certain qualified clients trading services, which gives the
Firm the ability to execute trades through PKS of client assets custodied as defined in Item 12.
Retirement Plan Accounts
Laurel Oak may from time to time recommend the rollover to an IRA from an employer-sponsored
retirement plan. This product will be recommended when it is deemed by the Firm to be in the best interest
of the client. It is understood that the Advisor will receive a management fee paid by the client, as indicated
by the client agreement that will be signed when the account is opened.
When the Firm provides investment advice to clients regarding their retirement plan account or individual
retirement account, the Firm is a fiduciary within the meaning of Title I of the Employee Retirement Income
Security Act and/or the Internal Revenue Code, as applicable, which are laws governing retirement
accounts. The way the Firm makes money creates some conflicts with client interests, so the Firm operates
under a special rule that requires us to act in the client’s best interest and not put our interest ahead of
theirs.
Under this special rule’s provisions, the Firm must:
• Meet a professional standard of care when making investment recommendations (give prudent
advice);
• Never put our financial interests ahead of the client when making recommendations (give loyal
advice);
• Avoid misleading statements about conflicts of interest, fees, and investments;
• Follow policies and procedures designed to ensure that the Firm gives advice that is in the client’s
best interest;
• Charge no more than is reasonable for services; and
• Give the client basic information about conflicts of interest.
When recommending the rollover to an IRA from an employer-sponsored retirement plan, the client will
be provided with disclosure on the reasons why the transaction is in their best interest, it will be required
to be signed by the advisor, and will be maintained in the Client’s file.
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ITEM 11 - CODE OF ETHICS, PARTICIPATION OR INTEREST IN CLIENT
TRANSACTIONS AND PERSONAL TRADING
Code of Ethics
At Laurel Oak, we believe that we owe clients the highest level of trust and fair dealing. As part of our
fiduciary duty, we place the interests of our clients ahead of the interests of the firm and our personnel.
We have adopted a Code of Ethics that emphasizes the high standards of conduct that the Firm seeks to
observe. Our personnel are required to conduct themselves with integrity at all times and follow the
principles and policies detailed in our Code of Ethics.
The Firm’s Code of Ethics attempts to address specific conflicts of interest that we have either identified
or that could likely arise. The Firm’s personnel are required to follow clear guidelines from the Code of
Ethics in areas such as gifts and entertainment, other business activities, prohibitions of insider trading,
and adherence to applicable federal securities laws. Additionally, individuals who formulate investment
advice for clients or who have access to nonpublic information regarding any clients’ purchase or sale of
securities are subject to personal trading policies governed by the Code of Ethics (see below).
The Firm will provide a copy of the entire Code of Ethics to any client or prospective client upon request.
Personal Trading Practices
The Firm and our personnel may purchase or sell securities for themselves, regardless of whether the
transaction would be appropriate for a client’s account. The Firm and our personnel may purchase or sell
securities for themselves that we also recommend/utilize for clients. This includes related securities (e.g.,
warrants, options, or other derivatives). This presents a potential conflict of interest, as we have an
incentive to take investment opportunities from clients for our own benefit, favor our personal trades
over client transactions when allocating trades, or use the information about the transactions we intend
to make for clients to our personal benefit by trading ahead of clients.
Our policies to address these conflicts include the following:
1. The client receives the opportunity to act on investment decisions/recommendations prior to and
in preference to accounts of our Firm Associates.
2. The Firm prohibits trading in a manner that takes personal advantage of price movements caused
3.
by client transactions.
If a Firm Associate wishes to purchase or sell the same security as he/she recommends or takes
action to purchase or sell for a client, he/she will not do so until the custodian fills the client’s
order if the order cannot be aggregated with the client's order. As a result of this policy, it is
possible that clients may receive a better or worse price than the Firm Associate for transactions
in the same security on the same day as a client.
4. The Firm requires our Firm Associates to report personal securities transactions on at least a
quarterly basis.
5. Conflicts of interest also may arise when Firm Associates become aware of limited offerings or IPOs,
including private placements or offerings of interests in limited partnerships or any thinly traded
securities, whether public or private. Given the inherent potential for conflict, limited offerings,
and IPOs demand extreme care. Firm Associates are required to obtain pre-approval from the
Chief Compliance Officer before trading in limited offerings and are prohibited from transacting
in IPOs for personal accounts.
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6. Under certain limited circumstances, we make exceptions to the policies stated above. The Firm
will maintain records of these trades, including the reasons for any exceptions.
ITEM 12 - BROKERAGE PRACTICES
Laurel Oak generally requests accounts that are not managed by third-party Independent Managers and/or
Sub-Advisors to be established with Goldman Sachs Custody Solutions (“GS”), a member of FINRA/SIPC.
The Firm engages GS to clear transactions and custody assets. GS provides the Firm with services that assist
us in managing and administering clients' accounts which include software and other technology that (I )
provide access to client account data (such as trade confirmations and account statements); (ii) facilitate
trade execution and allocate aggregated trade orders for multiple client accounts; (iii) provide research,
pricing and other market data; (iv) facilitate payment of fees from its clients' accounts; and (v) assist with
certain back-office functions, recordkeeping and client reporting.
As part of the arrangement described above, GS also makes certain research and brokerage services
available at no additional cost to our firm. These services include certain research and brokerage services,
including research services obtained by GS directly from independent research companies, as selected by
our Firm (within specific parameters). Research products and services provided by GS to our firm may
information about, particular companies or
include research reports on recommendations or other
industries; economic surveys, data and analyses; financial publications; portfolio evaluation services;
financial database software services; computerized news and pricing services; quotation equipment for use
in running software used in investment decision-making; and other products or services that provide
lawful and appropriate assistance by GS to our firm in the performance of our investment decision-making
responsibilities. The aforementioned research and brokerage services are used by our firm to manage
accounts. Without this arrangement, our firm might be compelled to purchase the same or similar
services at our own expense.
As a result of receiving the services discussed above, we have an incentive to continue to use or expand
the use of the GS’s services. We examined this conflict of interest when we chose to enter into the
relationship with GS, and have determined that the relationship is in the best interest of our firm’s clients
and satisfies our client obligations, including our duty to seek best execution.
Custodians generally do not charge clients separately for custody services but are compensated by account
holders through commissions and other transaction-related or asset-based fees for securities trades that
are executed through the custodian or that settle into accounts at the custodians. The custodians charge
brokerage commissions and transaction fees for effecting certain securities transactions (i.e., transaction
fees are charged for certain no-load mutual funds, and commissions are charged for individual equity and
debt securities transactions). The custodians enable us to obtain many no-load mutual funds without
transaction charges and other no-load funds at nominal transaction charges. The custodians’ commission
rates are generally discounted from customary retail commission rates. However, the commission and
transaction fees charged by the custodians may be higher or lower
than those charged by other
custodians and broker-dealers.
We may aggregate (combine) trades for ourselves or our associated persons with client trades, provided
that the following conditions are met:
1. Our policy for the aggregation of transactions shall be fully disclosed separately to our existing
clients (if any) and the broker-dealer(s) through which such transactions will be placed;
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2. We will not aggregate transactions unless we believe that aggregation is consistent with our duty
to seek the best execution (which includes the duty to seek best price) for the client and is
consistent with the terms of our investment advisory agreement with the client for which trades
are being aggregated.
3. No advisory client will be favored over any other client; each client that participates in an
aggregated order will participate at the average share price for all our transactions in a given
security on a given business day, with transaction costs based on each client’s participation in the
transaction.
4. We will prepare a procedure specifying how to allocate the order among those clients.
5.
If the aggregated order is filled in its entirety, it will be allocated among clients in accordance
with the allocation statement; if the order is partially filled, it will be allocated pro rata based on
the allocation statement.
6. Our books and records will separately reflect, for each client account, the orders aggregated, the
securities held by, and bought for that account.
7. We will receive no additional compensation or remuneration of any kind as a result of the
8.
proposed aggregation; and,
Individual advice and treatment will be accorded to each advisory client.
As a matter of policy and practice, we do not utilize research, research-related products, and other
services obtained from broker-dealers or third parties on a soft dollar commission basis other than what
is described above.
Factors Considered in Recommending Custodians
Laurel Oak considers several factors in recommending custodians to a client. Factors that we consider
when recommending custodians may include financial strength, reputation, execution, pricing, reporting,
research, and service. We will also take into consideration the availability of the products and services
received or offered (detailed above) by the custodians.
Directed Brokerage Transactions
The Firm does not allow clients to direct brokerage to a specific broker-dealer. For an individual third-party
Independent Manager’s and/or Sub-Advisor’s policy on directed brokerage transactions, please refer to
Item 12 – Brokerage Practices of that manager's Form ADV 2A brochure.
Special Considerations for ERISA Clients
A retirement or ERISA plan client may direct all or part of portfolio transactions for its account through a
specific broker or dealer in order to obtain goods or services on behalf of the plan. Such direction is
permitted provided that the goods and services provided are reasonable expenses of the plan incurred in
the ordinary course of its business for which it otherwise would be obligated and empowered to pay.
ERISA prohibits directed brokerage arrangements when the goods or services purchased are not for the
exclusive benefit of the plan. Consequently, we will request that plan sponsors who direct plan brokerage
provide us with a letter documenting that this arrangement will be for the exclusive benefit of the plan.
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Trade Errors
Laurel Oak has implemented procedures designed to prevent trade errors; however, trade errors in client
accounts cannot always be avoided. Consistent with our fiduciary duty, it is our policy to correct trade
errors in a manner that is in the best interest of the client. In cases where the client causes the trade error,
the client will be responsible for any loss resulting from the correction. Depending on the specific
circumstances of the trade error, the client may not be able to receive any gains generated as a result of
the error correction. In all situations where the client does not cause the trade error, the client will be made
whole, and we will absorb any loss resulting from the trade error if the error was caused by the Firm. If the
error is caused by the Custodian, the Custodian will be responsible for covering all trade error costs. If an
investment gain results from the corrected trade, the gain will be donated to charity. We will never benefit
or profit from trade errors.
ITEM 13 - REVIEW OF ACCOUNTS
Account Reviews & Reporting
Managed Accounts Reviews
Laurel Oak manages portfolios on a continuous basis and generally reviews all positions in client accounts on
a regular basis, but no less than annually. We generally offer account reviews to clients annually. Clients
may choose to receive reviews in person, by telephone, web-based meeting systems, or via e-mail. Firm
Associates conducts reviews based on a variety of factors. These factors include, but are not limited to,
stated investment objectives, economic environment, outlook for the securities markets, and the merits of
the securities in the accounts.
In addition, we may conduct a special review of an account based on, but not limited to, the following:
1. A change in the client’s investment objectives, guidelines, and/or financial situation;
2. Changes in diversification;
3. Tax considerations; or
4. Material cash deposits or withdrawals.
Third Party and/or Sub-Advisor Accounts
The Firm periodically reviews third-party Independent Manager and/or Sub-Advisor reports provided to
the client, but no less often than on a semi-annual basis. We contact clients from time to time, as agreed
to with the client, in order to review their financial situation and objectives; communicate information
to third-party Independent Managers and/or Sub-Advisors as warranted; and assist the client in
understanding and evaluating the services provided by the third-party Independent Manager and/or Sub-
Advisor. The client is expected to notify us of any changes in his/her financial situation, investment
objectives, or account restrictions that could affect their account. The client may also directly contact the
third-party Independent Manager and/or Sub-Advisor managing the account or sponsoring the program.
Clients who utilize third-party Independent Managers and/or Sub-Advisors should review the third-party
Independent Manager’s and/or Sub-Advisor’s Form ADV Part 2 Item 13 – Review of Accounts regarding
account reviews, types of written reports provided, and frequency of such reports.
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Financial Planning and Consulting Service
The type of reporting for Financial Planning and Consulting is agreed upon by the Firm and the client on a
case-by-case basis. We do not provide ongoing services to financial consultation clients but are willing to
meet with such clients upon their request to discuss updates to their plans or changes in their
circumstances. We provide financial consultation services to the client. In cases when we have been
contracted to conduct ongoing financial consultation services, we will conduct reviews as agreed upon with
the client.
ITEM 14 - CLIENT REFERRALS AND OTHER COMPENSATION
Brokerage Support Products and Services
Laurel Oak receives an economic benefit from the brokers used for transactions in client accounts in the
form of the support products and services they make available to us and other independent firms whose
clients maintain their accounts at the broker. These products and services, how they benefit us, and the
related conflicts of interest are described above (see Item 12 – Brokerage Practices). We do not base
particular investment advice, such as buying particular securities for our clients, on the availability of the
brokers’ products and services to us.
Outside Compensation
Laurel Oak does not pay referral fees (non-commission-based) to independent promoters for the referral
of their clients to our firm.
Firm Associates may refer clients to unaffiliated professionals for specific needs, such as mortgage
brokerage, real estate sales, estate planning, legal, and/or tax/accounting. In turn, these professionals
may refer clients to our Firm Associates for investment management needs. We do not have any
arrangements with individuals or companies that we refer clients to, and we do not receive any
compensation for these referrals.
However, it could be concluded that our Firm Associates are receiving an indirect economic benefit from
this practice, as the relationships are mutually beneficial. For example, there could be an incentive for us
to recommend the services of firms that refer clients to the Firm.
We only refer clients to professionals we believe are competent and qualified in their field, but it is
ultimately the client’s responsibility to evaluate the provider, and it is solely the client’s decision whether
to engage a recommended firm. Clients are under no obligation to purchase any products or services
through these professionals, and we have no control over the services provided by another firm. Clients who
choose to engage these professionals will sign a separate agreement with the other firm. Fees charged by
the other firm are separate from and in addition to fees charged by the Firm.
If the client desires, our Firm Associates will work with these professionals or the client’s other advisors
(such as an accountant, attorney, or other investment advisor) to help ensure that the provider understands
the client’s investments and coordinates services for the client. We do not share information with an
unaffiliated professional unless first authorized by the client.
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Third-Party Independent Manager and/or Sub-Advisor
We may work with third-party Independent Managers or Sub-Advisors to service client accounts. They may
receive ongoing compensation in relation to these arrangements, of which details are fully disclosed to the
clients at the time of account opening.
The Firm has established agreements to provide consulting services to other financial institutions regarding
business development or investment advisory se rvices provided to clients. If the consultation being
provided is specific to services provided to the client account, the specifics of this arrangement, including
the compensation paid to the Firm, will be fully disclosed to clients in their signed agreements.
ITEM 15 - CUSTODY
Laurel Oak and/or the Independent Managers have limited custody of some of our clients’ funds or
securities when the clients authorize us to deduct our management fees directly from the client’s account.
A qualified custodian (generally a broker-dealer, bank, trust company, or other financial institution) holds
clients’ funds and securities. Clients will receive statements directly from their qualified custodian at least
quarterly. The statements will reflect the client’s funds and securities held with the qualified custodian as
well as any transactions that occurred in the account, including the deduction of our fee.
Clients should carefully review the account statements they receive from the qualified custodian. When
clients receive statements from the Firm as well as from the qualified custodian, they should compare these
two reports carefully. Clients with any questions about their statements should contact us at the address
or phone number on the cover of this brochure. Clients who do not receive a statement from their
qualified custodian at least quarterly should also notify us.
Third-Party Standing Letters of Authorization (“SLOA”)
Laurel Oak is deemed to have custody of clients’ funds or securities when clients have standing
authorizations with their custodian to move money from a client’s account to a third party (“SLOA”) and,
under that SLOA, it authorizes us to designate the amount or timing of transfers with the custodian.
The SEC has set forth a set of standards intended to protect client assets in such situations, which we follow.
By working with the qualified custodian, the Firm has in place seven provisions set forth by the SEC to assist in
mitigating risk. The below must be followed for clients with third-party SLOAs:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
The client provides an instruction to the qualified custodian, in writing, which 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.
The client authorizes the Firm, 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.
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.
The client can terminate or change the instruction to the client’s qualified custodian.
The Firm 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.
The Firm maintains records showing that the third party is not a related party of the Firm or
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7.
located at the same address as the Firm.
The client’s qualified custodian sends the client, in writing, an initial notice confirming the
instruction and an annual notice reconfirming the instruction.
As stated earlier in this section, account statements reflecting all activity on the account(s) are delivered
directly from the qualified custodian to each client or the client’s independent representative, at least
quarterly. A client should carefully review those statements and is urged to compare the statements against
reports received from us. When a client has questions about their account statements, they should contact us,
the Advisor, or the qualified custodian preparing the statement.
ITEM 16 - INVESTMENT DISCRETION
Laurel Oak accepts discretionary or non-discretionary authority over client accounts. If we are acting in a
discretionary capacity, we may place trades within a client account without pre -approval from the client.
In a non-discretionary capacity, each trade must be approved by the client.
When working with third-party Independent Managers and/or Sub-Advisors, we may recommend certain
third-party Independent Managers and/or Sub-Advisors to clients, and then it is up to the client to approve
our recommendations. The third-party investment advisor chosen by the client is responsible for all
investment decisions made in the client’s account(s). Generally, clients who utilize a third-party
Independent Manager and/or Sub-Advisor will sign agreements directly with the third-party manager
and/or Sub-Advisor. It is important to note that we do not offer advice on any specific securities or other
investments in connection with this service. Clients can find more information about the discretionary
authority granted to third-party managers in Item 16 – Investment Discretion of each manager’s Form ADV
disclosure brochure.
ITEM 17 - VOTING CLIENT SECURITIES
Voting of Proxies
In regard to SEC Rule 206(4)-6 under the Advisers Act, Laurel Oak will not vote proxies relating to equity
securities in client accounts, nor do we offer guidance on how to vote proxies.
Account holders may receive voting proxies or other similar solicitations sent directly from the custodian
of record or transfer agent. Note that we do not forward duplicate copies of these or any correspondence
relating to the voting of securities, class action litigation, or other corporate actions.
Each account holder will maintain exclusive responsibility for directing the manner in which proxies
solicited by issuers of securities that are beneficially owned shall be voted, as well as making all other
elections relative to mergers, acquisitions, tender offers, or other events pertaining to such holdings. We
will answer limited questions with respect to what a proxy voting request or other corporate matter may
be and how to reach the issuer or its legal representative.
Account holders of record maintain responsibility for directing the manner in which proxies solicited by
issuers of securities that are beneficially owned shall be voted, as well as making all other elections relative
to mergers, acquisitions, tender offers, or other legal matters or events pertaining to their holdings. The
account holder should consider contacting the issuer or their own legal counsel regarding specific questions
they may have with respect to a particular proxy solicitation or corporate action.
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Class Action Lawsuits
As a matter of company policy, Advisor does not file proofs of claim relating to class action lawsuits
affecting individual client accounts. However, upon the client’s request, the Advisor will provide any and
all documentation required to complete any such proof of claim.
Mutual Funds
The investment advisor that manages the assets of a registered investment company (i.e., mutual fund)
generally votes proxies issued on securities held by the mutual fund.
ITEM 18 - FINANCIAL INFORMATION
Registered investment advisors are required in this item to provide clients with certain financial
information or disclosures about the firm’s financial condition. Laure l Oak does not require the
prepayment of more than $1,200 in fees per client, six months or more in advance, does not have or
foresee any financial condition that is reasonably likely to impair our ability to meet contractual
commitments to clients, and has not been the subject of a bankruptcy proceeding.
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Additional Brochure: ADV SUPPLEMENT WRAP BROCHURE - LAUREL OAK WEALTH MANAGEMENT (2026-03-27)
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Part 2A Appendix 1 of Form ADV
Wrap Fee Program Brochure
Sponsored by
Laurel Oak Wealth Management, LLC
January 1, 2026
Main Office Location:
525 NJ-73, Suite 200, Marlton, NJ 08053
Other Office Locations:
131 Continental Drive, Suite 307, Newark, DE 19713
101 College Rd E, 2nd Floor, Princeton, NJ 08540
Phone: 856-519-0200
Website: www.laureloakwealth.com
This Wrap Fee Program Brochure provides information about the qualifications and business practices
of Laurel Oak Wealth Management, LLC (“Laurel Oak” or “the Firm”). If there are any questions
about the contents of this Brochure, please contact us at the telephone number listed above. For
compliance-specific requests, please call 971-371-3450. The information in this Brochure has not
been approved or verified by the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) or by
any state securities authority.
Additional information about the Firm is available on the SEC’s website at www.adviserinfo.sec.gov.
The Firm has filed to become an SEC-registered investment adviser. Registration does not imply any
level of skill or training.
ITEM 2 - MATERIAL CHANGES
In this Item, Laurel Oak Wealth Management, LLC (hereby known as “Laurel Oak” or the “Firm”) is required
to discuss any material changes that have been made to Part 2A Appendix 1 of Form ADV Wrap Fee Program
Brochure (“Brochure”) since the last annual amendment.
Material changes since the previous filing of this brochure include:
• The Firm has amended its Form ADV to update current Assets Under Management.
We will ensure that all current clients receive this Summary of Material Changes and updated Brochure
within 120 days of the close of our business fiscal year. This Summary of Material Changes is also included
in our Brochure on the SEC’s website at www.adviserinfo.sec.gov. The searchable IARD/CRD number for
Laurel Oak is #336824. We may further provide other ongoing disclosure information about material changes
as necessary, and will further provide all clients with a new Brochure as necessary based on changes or new
information at any time, without charge.
Clients are encouraged to carefully read the Brochure in its entirety and contact their Financial Advisor with
any questions.
Our Brochure may also be requested by contacting Stacy Sizemore, IACCP®, Chief Compliance Officer at (971)
371-3450.
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ITEM 3 - TABLE OF CONTENTS
ITEM 2 - MATERIAL CHANGES.................................................................................................................2
ITEM 3. TABLE OF CONTENTS .................................................................................................................3
ITEM 4 - ADVISORY BUSINESS .................................................................................................................4
ITEM 5 - ACCOUNT REQUIREMENTS AND TYPES OF CLIENTS ......................................................................8
ITEM 6 - PORTFOLIO MANAGER SELECTION AND EVALUATION .................................................................8
ITEM 7 - CLIENT INFORMATION PROVIDED TO PORTFOLIO MANAGER ..................................................... 13
ITEM 8 - CLIENT CONTACT WITH PORTFOLIO MANAGER ......................................................................... 13
ITEM 9 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION .................................................................................................... 13
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ITEM 4 – SERVICES, FEES, AND COMPENSATION
Laurel Oak Wealth Management, LLC (“Laurel Oak” the “Firm,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) is a privately owned
limited liability company headquartered in Marlton, NJ.
Laurel Oak is registered as an investment adviser with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. The Firm
was formed in 2007 and is owned by Laurel Oak Holdings LLC (Robert Andreacchio, Matthew Fitzgerald,
Christopher Heiser, Louis Laselva, Keith Radimer, and Greg Rosen).
The Laurel Oak Wealth Management, LLC Wrap Program (the “Program”) is an investment advisory program
sponsored by Laurel Oak. Prior to the Firm rendering any of the foregoing advisory services, clients are
required to enter into one or more written agreements with the Firm setting forth the relevant terms and
conditions of the advisory relationship (the “Advisory Agreement”).
As a registered investment adviser, the Firm is a fiduciary to the firm’s investment advisory clients and has
an obligation to act in good faith, in the best interest of the client, and to place the client's interests first and
foremost. This would include a duty of care, which requires, among other things, advisers to ensure that
their investment advice is suitable based on the client’s investment profile or mandate. As part of a duty of
loyalty to clients, advisers must also attempt to eliminate or make full and fair disclosure of all material facts
of any conflicts of interest so that a client, or prospective client, can make an informed decision in each
particular circumstance. The structure of the Program and other internal controls described in this Brochure
are designed to support the Firm’s ongoing efforts to fulfill its fiduciary duties. This includes actions to either
avoid or mitigate material conflicts of interest that may exist between the Firm and its clients and to provide
clients with the required disclosure of these conflicts of interest. Clients and prospective clients sho uld
carefully consider the information set forth in this Brochure when evaluating the Program. The Firm’s
Financial Advisors (each a “Financial Advisor” and collectively, “Financial Advisors”) serve as the primary
point of contact for Program clients. Clients are encouraged to carefully read this Brochure in its entirety
and contact their Financial Advisor with any questions.
While this Brochure generally describes the business of the Firm, certain sections also discuss the activities
of its Supervised Persons, which refer to the Firm’s officers, partners, directors (or other persons occupying
a similar status or performing similar functions), employees or any other person who provides investment
advice on the Firm’s behalf and is subject to the Firm’s supervision or control.
The information included in this Brochure is current as of the date of this Brochure and is subject to change
at the Firm’s discretion. Please retain this Brochure for your records.
Assets Under Management
As of December 31, 2025, Laurel Oak managed approximately $1,399,270,429 in assets for approximately
4662 accounts, all of which are managed on a discretionary basis. All accounts utilize a wrap program.
Advisory Services Offered
Laurel Oak offers discretionary investment management, non-discretionary, and investment advisory services
as well as financial planning and consulting. Prior to the Firm rendering any of the foregoing advisory services,
clients are required to enter into one or more written agreements with the Firm setting forth the relevant terms
and conditions of the advisory relationship (the “Advisory Agreement”).
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Investment Management Services
Laurel Oak offers continuous and regular investment supervisory services on a discretionary and non-
discretionary basis, as well as financial planning, consulting, and pension and/or 401 (k) plan management.
While we work with clients, we have the ongoing responsibility to select and/or make recommendations
based upon the objectives of the client, as to specific securities or other investments that he/she
recommends or purchases/sells in clients’ accounts. We utilize a variety of investment types when making
investment recommendations/purchases in client accounts, which include, but are not limited to, equity
securities, fixed-income securities, alternatives, mutual funds, and Independent Managers. The investments
recommended/purchased are based on the client’s individual needs, goals, and objectives. The Firm offers
investment advice on any investment held by the client at the start of the advisory relationship. Financial
Planning may be provided to clients as part of the Investment Management Services. When being provided
as a separate service, it is described in this section under Financial Consulting Services below.
We discuss our discretionary authority and fees below.
Financial Planning and Consulting
The Firm provides a variety of consulting services to individuals, families, and other clients regarding their
financial resources based upon an analysis of the client’s current situation, goals, and objectives. Consulting
encompasses one or more of the following areas: additional Financial Planning, Performance Reporting,
Investment Planning, Retirement Planning, Education Planning, and Business and Personal Financial Planning.
Services provided under an ongoing consultation agreement are conducted on a regular basis, but no less
than annually, with the client. The client is under no obligation to act upon the advisor’s recommendation.
If the client elects to act on our recommendations, the client is under no obligation to effect the transaction
through us.
We describe the fees charged for Consultation Services below.
Use of Independent Managers and Sub-Advisors
The Firm may select Independent Managers and/or Sub-Advisors to actively manage a portion of its clients’
assets. The specific terms and conditions under which a client engages an Independent Manager and/or Sub-
Advisor may be set forth in a separate written agreement with the designated Independent Managers
engaged in managing their assets.
The Firm evaluates a variety of information about Independent Managers and/or Sub-Advisors, which may
include the Independent Managers’ and/or Sub-Advisors’ public disclosure documents, materials supplied
by the Independent Managers themselves, and other third-party analyses it believes are reputable. To the
extent possible, the Firm seeks to assess the Independent Manager’s and/or Sub -Advisor’s investment
strategies, past performance, and risk results concerning its clients’ individual portfolio allocation s and risk
exposure. The Firm also takes into consideration each Independent Manager’s and/or Sub -Advisor’s
management style, returns, reputation, financial strength, reporting, pricing, and research capabilities,
among other factors.
The Firm continues to provide services relative to the discretionary selection of the Independent Managers
and/or Sub-Advisor. On an ongoing basis, the Firm monitors the performance of those accounts being
managed by Independent Managers. The Firm seeks to ensure the Independent Managers and/or Sub-
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Advisor strategies and target allocations remain aligned with its clients’ investment objectives and overall
best interests.
Sponsor and Manager of Wrap Program
The Program described in this Brochure is provided to clients in a “wrap fee” arrangement. A wrap fee
arrangement is one in which a single fee is charged based on the market value of assets in the client’s
account rather than on the transactions in the account.
The Program provides clients with the ability to trade in certain investment products without incurring
separate brokerage commissions or transaction charges. A wrap fee program is considered any
arrangement under which clients receive investment advisory services (which may include portfolio
management or advice concerning the selection of other investment advisers) and the execution of client
transactions for a specified fee or fees not based upon transactions in their accounts where the total costs
will generally increase or decrease as a result of the frequency of transactions in the account and the type
of securities purchased. Independent manager fees are separate from the wrap fees.
At the onset of the Program, clients complete an investor profile describing their individual investment
objectives, liquidity and cash flow needs, time horizon, and risk tolerance, as well as any other factors
pertinent to their specific financial situations. After an analysis of the relevant information, the Firm
assists its clients in developing an appropriate strategy for managing their assets.
Fees for Participating in the Wrap Fee Program
The Program is offered on an asset-based fee basis, meaning participants pay a single annualized fee based
upon assets under management (“Program Fee”) established as a flat fee or a percentage of the market
value of assets in the account as of a particular date rather than on the transactions in the account as in a
commission account where total costs will generally increase or decrease as a result of the frequency of
transactions in the account and they type of securities purchased. The specific methodolo gy and fee a client
will pay are set forth in their Client Agreement.
The Wrap Fee covers advisory services related to the program, the execution of transactions, custody
services, account servicing, reporting, and other services. The fee does not include fees for independent
managers.
In establishing the fee applicable to a client’s account, the Advisor will take into consideration the value of
the assets and the types of assets being deposited in the account participating in the relevant Program, other
assets the client or client’s household may have invested with the Firm, and the nature of the client
relationship. Not all clients with the same assets will be charged the same fee for the same program.
This management fee generally ranges up to 2.0%, depending on the size and composition of a client’s
portfolio and the type of services rendered. Fees are assessed and/or charged monthly in arrears, based on
the value at the end of the billing period.
If assets are deposited into or withdrawn from an account after the inception of a billing period, the fee
payable with respect to such assets is adjusted to reflect the interim change in portfolio value. The fee is
calculated on a pro rata basis for the initial engagement period. In the event the advisory agreement is
terminated, the fee for the final billing period is prorated through the effective date of the termination, and
the outstanding or unearned portion of the fee is charged or refunded to the client, as appropriate.
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Additionally, for asset management services, the Firm may negotiate a fee rate that differs from the range
set forth above for certain client holdings (e.g., held-away assets, accommodation accounts, alternative
investments, etc.).
Additional Fee Information
As referenced above, a portion of the fees paid to Laurel Oak are used to cover the securities
brokerage commissions and transactional costs attributed to the management of its clients’ portfolios.
The Firm has no internal arrangements in place whereby persons recommending the Program are
entitled to receive additional compensation as a result of clients’ participation. A person recommending
the Program will not earn more compensation than he or she would otherwise receive if a client elected
another investment management program.
Services provided through the Program may cost clients more or less than purchasing these services
separately. The number of transactions made in clients’ accounts, as well as the commissions charged for
each transaction, determines the relative cost of the Program versus paying for execution on a per-
transaction basis and paying a separate fee for advisory services. Therefore, the Firm has a conflict of
inte re st where the Firm has an incentive to place fewer trades for clients in the Program since the Firm
incurs transaction expenses. Fees paid for the Program may also be higher or lower than fees charged
by other sponsors of comparable investment advisory programs. The Firm mitigates this conflict through
disclosure of the conflict in this Brochure, and because it provides investment advisory services to clients,
the Firm and its Financial Advisors have a fiduciary duty to act solely in the best interest of clients.
The fees not included in the advisory fee for our wrap services are charges imposed directly by a mutual
fund, index fund, or exchange-traded fund, which shall be disclosed in the fund’s prospectus (i.e., fund
management fees and other fund expenses), mark-ups and mark-downs, spreads paid to market makers,
fees for trades executed at a broker-dealer, wire transfer fees and other fees and taxes on brokerage
accounts and transactions.
Payments to Independent Managers
Laurel Oak does not pay the fee to the Independent Manager, if applicable, for services provided to the
client through the relevant Program. The Independent Manager is paid directly from the client. Although
the amounts paid to third parties participating in the Program may be changed from time to time without
notice to clients, such changes will not impact the amount of the fees paid by clients without prior
notification to the client. The fees paid to these third parties vary based on factors such as the relevant
manager's investment strategy or style and the client’s account size.
Direct Fee Debit
Clients generally provide the Firm with the authority to directly debit their accounts for payment of the
investment advisory fees. The Financial Institutions that act as the qualified custodian for client accounts,
from which the Firm retains the authority to directly deduct fees, have agreed to send statements to clients
not less than quarterly detailing all account transactions, including any amounts paid to the Firm.
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Account Additions and Withdrawals
Clients may make additions to and withdrawals from their accounts at any time, subject to the Firm’s right
to terminate an account. Additions may be in cash or securities, provided that the Firm reserves the right to
liquidate any transferred securities or declines to accept particular securities into a client’s account. Clients
may withdraw account assets on notice to the Firm, subject to the usual and customary securities settlement
procedures. However, the Firm generally designs its portfolios as long-term investments, and the withdrawal
of assets may impair the achievement of a client’s investment objectives. The Firm may consult with its
clients about the options and implications of transferring securities. Clients are advised that when
transferred securities are liquidated, they may be subject to transaction fees, short-term redemption fees,
fees assessed at the mutual fund level (e.g., contingent deferred sales charges), and/or tax ramifications.
ITEM 5 - ACCOUNT REQUIREMENTS AND TYPES OF CLIENTS
Minimum Account Requirements
Laurel Oak does not impose a stated minimum fee or minimum portfolio value for starting and maintaining an
investment management relationship. Certain Independent Managers may, however, impose more restrictive
account requirements and billing practices on the Firm. In these instances, the Firm may alter its corresponding
account requirements and/or billing practices to accommodate those of the Independent Managers.
Types of Clients
Laurel Oak provides asset management, financial planning, ERISA plan advisory & consulting, investment
advisory, consulting, and selection of third-party Independent Managers and/or Sub-Advisors. Our services
are provided on a discretionary or non-discretionary basis to a variety of clients, such as institutional
investors, individuals, high net worth individuals, governmental entities, trusts and estates, qualified
purchasers, and individual participants of retirement plans. In addition, we may also provide advisory
services to entities such as pension and profit-sharing plans, businesses, and other investment advisors.
ITEM 6 - PORTFOLIO MANAGER SELECTION AND EVALUATION
Product Evaluation and Approval
Laurel Oak’s wrap fee and non-wrap fee accounts are managed by the Firm on an individual basis according
to the client’s investment objectives, financial goals, risk tolerance, etc. We do not manage wrap-fee
accounts in a different fashion from non-wrap-fee accounts. We also allow clients to impose reasonable
restrictions on investing in certain securities or types of securities. The Firm does not provide any services
for a performance-based fee (i.e., a fee based on a share of capital gains or capital appreciation of a client’s
assets).
As stated above, the Firm may select certain Independent Managers to manage a portion of its clients’ assets
in a separate written agreement with the designated Independent Manager. In these situations, the Firm
continues to conduct ongoing due diligence of such managers, but such recommendations rely to a great
extent on the Independent Managers’ ability to successfully implement their investment strategies. In
addition, the Firm generally may not have the ability to supervise the Independent Managers on a day-to-
day basis.
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Methods of Analysis and Investment Strategies
Laurel Oak generally uses one or more methods of analysis or investment strategies when providing investment
advice to you. These methods are described in detail in the Firm’s ADV Part 2A Disclosure Brochure.
The Firm selects categories of investments based on the client's attitudes about risk and their need for
capital appreciation or income. Different instruments involve different levels of exposure to risk. We seek
to select individual securities with characteristics that are most consistent with the client’s objectives. Since
the Firm treats each client account uniquely, client portfolios with similar investment objectives and asset
allocation goals may own different securities.
Portfolio Management by Affiliates and Related Persons
Portfolio Management services are provided by Laurel Oak, a Related Person, certain Affiliates, and the
models provided by the Firm present a conflict of interest because, under these circumstances, the entire
client fee is retained by the Firm and its Affiliates. This means that, through these arrangements, th e Firm
and its Affiliates or Related Persons may receive higher total compensation than if the client selected a third-
party or otherwise non-affiliated investment manager. However, the Firm mitigates this conflict through
disclosure of the conflict in this Brochure, and because it provides investment advisory services to clients,
the Firm and its Financial Advisors have a fiduciary duty to act solely in the best interest of clients.
Further information about the Firm’s Related Persons, the conflicts of interest noted above, and how the
Firm addresses these conflicts of interest is included in the Other Financial Industry Activities and Affiliations
and Code of Ethics sections below.
Performance-Based Fees
Laurel Oak does not charge performance-based fees (i.e., fees based on a share of capital gains or capital
appreciation of the client’s account assets).
Risk of Loss
Investing in securities involves the risk of loss that clients should be prepared to bear. While the stock market
may increase and account(s) could enjoy a gain, it is also possible that the stock market may decrease, and
account(s) could suffer a loss. It is important that clients understand the risks associated with investing in
the stock market, are appropriately diversified in investments, and ask us any questions they may have.
Diversification does not guarantee a profit or guarantee to protect against loss, and there is no guarantee
that investment objectives will be achieved. The Firm's strategies and recommendations may lose value. All
investments have certain risks involved, including, but not limited to, the following:
• Alternative Investment Risk: Alternative Investments involve a high degree of risk, often engage in
leveraging and other speculative investment practices that may increase the risk of investment
loss, can be highly illiquid, are not always required to provide periodic pricing or valuation
investors, may involve complex tax structures and delays in distributing important
information to
tax information, are not subject to the same regulatory requirements as mutual funds, often charge
high fees which may offset any trading profits, and in many cases the underlying investments are
not transparent and are known only to the investment manager. Alternative investment
performance can be volatile. An investor could lose all or a substantial amount of his or her
investment.
• Catastrophic Events Risk: The value of securities may decline as a result of various catastrophic
events, such as pandemics, natural disasters, and terrorism. Losses resulting from these
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catastrophic events can be substantial and could have a material adverse effect on our business
and clients.
• Credit Risk: Most fixed-income instruments are dependent on the underlying credit of the issuer. If
we are wrong about the underlying financial strength of an issuer, we may purchase securities
where the issuer and other counterparties may not honor their obligations or may have their debt
downgraded by rating agencies. If this happens, a portfolio could sustain an unrealized or realized
loss.
• Currency Risk: The value of a portfolio’s investments may fall as a result of changes in exchange
rates.
• Cyber Security Risk: With the increased use of technologies such as the Internet and the
dependence on computer systems to perform necessary business functions, the Firm may be
susceptible to operational and information security risks resulting from cyber-attacks and/or other
technological malfunctions. In general, cyber-attacks are deliberate, but unintentional events may
have similar effects. Cyberattacks include, among others, stealing or corrupting data maintained
online or digitally, preventing legitimate users from accessing information or services on a website,
releasing confidential information without authorization, gaining unauthorized access to digital
systems for the purpose of misappropriation of assets and causing operational disruptions. Cyber-
attacks may also be carried out in a manner that does not require gaining unauthorized access,
such as causing denial of service. Successful cyber-attacks against, or security breakdowns of the
Firm may adversely affect the client. The Firm may have limited ability to prevent or mitigate cyber-
attacks or security or technology breakdowns affecting clients. While the Firm has established
business continuity plans and systems designed to prevent or reduce the impact of cyberattacks,
such plans and systems are subject to inherent limitations.
• Derivative Risk: Derivatives are securities, such as futures contracts or options, whose value is
derived from that of other securities or indices. Derivatives can be used for hedging (attempting
to reduce risk by offsetting one investment position with another) or non-hedging purposes.
Hedging with derivatives may increase expenses, and there is no guarantee that a hedging strategy
will achieve the desired results. Utilizing derivatives can cause greater than ordinary investment
risk, which could result in losses.
• Emerging Markets Risk: To the extent that a portfolio invests in issuers located in emerging
markets, the risk may be heightened by political changes and changes in taxation or currency
controls that could adversely affect the values of these investments. Emerging markets have been
more volatile than the markets of developed countries with more mature economies.
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• ETF and Mutual Fund Risk: When we invest in an ETF or mutual fund for a client, the client will
bear additional expenses based on its pro rata share of the ETF or mutual fund’s operating expenses,
including the potential duplication of management fees. The risk of owning an ETF or mutual fund
greatly reflects the risks of owning the unde rlying securities the ETF or mutual fund holds. Clients
may also incur brokerage costs when purchasing ETFs.
Independent Manager Risk: As stated above, the Firm may select certain Independent Managers
to manage a portion of its clients’ assets. In these situations, the Firm continues to conduct ongoing
due diligence of such managers, but such recommendations rely to a great extent on the
Independent Managers’ ability to successfully implement their investment strategies. In addition,
the Firm generally may not have the ability to supervise the Independent Managers on a day-to-
day basis.
Industry Risk: The portfolio’s investments could be concentrated within one industry or group of
industries. Any factors detrimental to the performance of such industries will disproportionately
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impact a portfolio. Investments focused on a particular industry are subject to greater risk and
are more greatly impacted by market volatility than less concentrated investments.
Inflation Risk: Most fixed-income instruments will sustain losses if inflation increases or the market
anticipates increases in inflation. If we enter a period of moderate or heavy inflation, the value
of fixed-income securities could go down.
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Interest Rate Risk: Fluctuations in interest rates may cause investment prices to fluctuate.
• Managed Portfolio Risk: Investments vary with the success and failure of our investment strategies,
research, analysis, and determination of portfolio securities. If our investment strategies do not
produce the expected returns, the value of the investment may decrease. The success of the Firm’s
strategy for an account or Portfolio is subject to the Firm’s ability to continually analyze and select
appropriate investments and allocate and re-allocate the investments consistent with the intended
investment objectives and risk parameters. There is no assurance that the Firm’s efforts will be
successful.
• Margin Risk: Certain strategies or portfolios (such as options) require the use of a margin account to
establish required positions. The use of margin carries risks that clients should understand. In volatile
markets, security prices can fall very quickly. If the net value of a client’s account (less the amount
the client owes to the broker) falls below a certain level, the broker will issue a “margin call,” and the
client will be required to sell the security (and other positions) or add more cash to the account. You
could lose more money than you originally invested. Additionally, the client must pay interest on the
margin balance owed to the broker until it is repaid in full. The amount of margin interest will diminish
the client’s profits and, in some cases, could cause net losses in the client’s account.
• Market Risk: The value of securities in the portfolio will fluctuate and, as a result, the value may
decline suddenly or over a sustained period of time.
• Non-U.S. Securities Risk: Non-U.S. securities are subject to the risks of foreign currency fluctuations,
generally higher volatility, lower liquidity than U.S. securities, less developed securities markets
and economic systems, and political-economic instability.
• Option Risk: Changes in the market price or other economic attributes of the underlying
investment, changes in the realized or perceived volatility of the relevant market and underlying
investment, and time remaining before an option’s expiration affect the market price of options. If
the market for the options becomes less liquid or smaller, the market price of the options may be
adversely affected. The Firm may close out a written option position by buying the option instead
of letting it expire or be exercised. The Firm may close out long options by selling instead of letting
them expire or be exercised. There can be no assurance that a liquid market will exist when the
Firm seeks to close out an option position by buying or selling the option. When the Firm writes
(sells) an option, it faces the risk that it will experience a loss if the option purchaser exercises the
option sold by the Firm. Writing options can cause the client’s account to be highly volatile, and it
may be subject to sudden and substantial losses. The Firm’s option positions will be marked to
market on each day that the exchanges are open. The Firm’s option transactions will be subject to
limitations established by each of the exchanges, boards of trade, or other trading facilities on
which such options are traded. These limitations govern the maximum number of options in each
class that may be written or purchased by a single investor or group of investors acting in concert,
regardless of whether the options are written or purchased on the same or different exchanges,
boards of trade, or other trading facilities or are held or written in one or more accounts or through
one or more brokers. The decision on when and how to use options involves the exercise of skill
and judgment. Market behavior or unexpected events can adversely affect a well-executed options
program. Anticipation of future movements in securities prices or other economic factors of the
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underlying investments impacts the success of an option strategy. No assurances on the Firm’s
judgment being correct can be given.
• Trading Risk: The Firm may use frequent trading (in general, selling securities within 30 days of
purchasing the same securities) as an investment strategy when managing your account(s).
Frequent trading is not a fundamental part of our overall investment strategy, but we may use this
strategy occasionally when we determine that it is suitable given your stated investment objectives
and tolerance for risk. This may include buying and selling securities frequently in an effort to
capture significant market gains and avoid significant losses. When a frequent trading policy is in
effect, there is a risk that investment performance within your account may be negatively affected,
particularly through increased brokerage and other transactional costs and taxes.
Proxy Voting Authority
Voting of Proxies
In regard to SEC Rule 206(4)-6 under the Advisers Act, Laurel Oak will not vote proxies relating to equity
securities in client accounts, nor do we offer guidance on how to vote proxies.
Account holders may receive voting proxies or other similar solicitations sent directly from the custodian of
record or transfer agent. Note that we do not forward duplicate copies of these or any correspondence
relating to the voting of securities, class action litigation, or other corporate actions.
Each account holder will maintain exclusive responsibility for directing the manner in which proxies solicited
by issuers of securities that are beneficially owned shall be voted, as well as making all other elections
relative to mergers, acquisitions, tender offers, or other events pertaining to such holdings. We will answer
limited questions with respect to what a proxy voting request or other corporate matter may be and how to
reach the issuer or its legal representative.
Account holders of record maintain responsibility for directing the manner in which proxies solicited by
issuers of securities that are beneficially owned shall be voted, as well as making all other elections relative
to mergers, acquisitions, tender offers, or other legal matters or events pertaining to their holdings. The
account holder should consider contacting the issuer or their own legal counsel regarding specific questions
they may have with respect to a particular proxy solicitation or corporate action.
Class Action Lawsuits
As a matter of company policy, Advisor does not file proofs of claim relating to class action lawsuits affecting
individual client accounts. However, upon the client’s request, the Advisor will provide any and all
documentation required to complete any such proof of claim.
Mutual Funds
The investment advisor that manages the assets of a registered investment company (i.e., mutual fund)
generally votes proxies issued on securities held by the mutual fund.
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ITEM 7 - CLIENT INFORMATION PROVIDED TO PORTFOLIO MANAGERS
Laurel Oak is required to describe the information about you that we communicate to your portfolio
manager(s) and how often or under what circumstances we provide updated information . The Firm
communicates with your portfolio manager(s) on a regular basis as needed to ensure your most current
investment goals and objectives are understood by your portfolio manager(s) . In most cases, we will
communicate such information as part of our regular investment management duties. Nevertheless, we will
also communicate information to your portfolio manager(s) when you request us to, when market or
economic conditions make it prudent to do so, etc.
ITEM 8 - CLIENT CONTACT WITH PORTFOLIO MANAGERS
Laurel Oak‘s clients may directly contact their portfolio manager(s) with questions or concerns or by calling
the number on this Brochure for contact information.
ITEM 9 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Disciplinary Information
Laurel Oak has not been involved in any legal or disciplinary events that are material to a client’s evaluation
of its advisory business or the integrity of its management.
Other Financial Industry Activities and Affiliations
This item requires investment advisers to disclose certain financial industry activities and affiliations.
Relationship with tru Independence, LLC
Laurel Oak maintains a business relationship with tru Independence, LLC (“tru Independence”), a service
platform for investment professionals and the owner of two SEC-registered investment advisers – tru
Independence Asset Management, LLC and tru Independence Asset Management 2, LLC, which are related
advisors. Through its relationship with tru Independence, the Firm gains access to services related to
reporting, compliance, technology, transition support, and other related services.
In fulfilling its duties to its clients, the Firm endeavors at all times to put the interests of its clients first. The
Firm reviews all of its service provider relationships on an ongoing basis in an effort to ensure decisions are
made in the best interests of clients. Clients should be aware, however, that this relationship may pose
certain conflicts of interest. Specifically, tru Independence charges the Firm a platform fee that decreases as
assets increase. Accordingly, the Firm has an incentive to increase the assets it places through the tru
Independence platform. tru Independence also provided transition support aimed at helping the Firm launch
its new advisory firm. The receipt of economic and other benefits as described above from tru Independence
creates an incentive for the Firm to choose tru Independence over other service providers that do not furnish
similar benefits.
Registered Representatives of a Broker-Dealer
Certain of the Firm’s Supervised Persons are registered representatives of Purshe Kaplan Sterling
Investments, Inc. (“PKS”) and may provide clients with securities brokerage services under a separate
commission-based arrangement. All supervision is conducted by PKS, but we take our fiduciary duty and
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professional responsibility very seriously and always endeavor to act in the Clients’ best interest, regardless
of any such affiliations. This arrangement allows Laurel Oak’s Supervised Persons to offer certain qualified
clients trading services, which gives the Firm the ability to execute trades of client assets custodied at a
qualified custodian. Although PKS is also a Registered Investment Adviser, the Supervised Persons are only
registered as Registered Representatives at PKS.
Insurance Agents
Certain of the Firm’s Supervised Persons are licensed insurance agents and may offer certain insurance
products on a fully disclosed commissionable basis. A conflict of interest exists to the extent that the Firm
recommends the purchase of insurance products where its Supervised Persons may be entitled to insurance
commissions or other additional compensation. We take our fiduciary duty and professional responsibility
very seriously and always endeavor to act in the Clients’ best interest regardless of any such affiliations.
Code of Ethics
Laurel Oak has adopted a code of ethics in compliance with applicable securities laws (“Code of Ethics”) that
sets forth the standards of conduct expected of its Supervised Persons. The Firm’s Code of Ethics contains
written policies reasonably designed to prevent certain unlawful practices, such as the use of material non-
public information by the Firm or any of its Supervised Persons and the trading by the same of securities
ahead of clients in order to take advantage of pending orders.
The Code of Ethics also requires certain of the Firm’s personnel to report their personal securities holdings
and transactions and obtain pre-approval of certain investments (e.g., initial public offerings, limited
offerings). However, the Firm’s Supervised Persons are permitted to buy or sell securities that it also
recommends to clients if done in a fair and equitable manner that is consistent with the Firm’s policies and
procedures. This Code of Ethics has been established recognizing that some securitie s trade in sufficiently
broad markets to permit transactions by certain personnel to be completed without any appreciable impact
on the markets of such securities. Therefore, under limited circumstances, exceptions may be made to the
policies stated below.
When the Firm is engaging in or considering a transaction in any security on behalf of a client, no Supervised
Person will access to this information, may knowingly affect themselves or for their immediate family (i.e.,
spouse, minor children and adults living in the same household) a transaction in that security unless:
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the transaction has been completed;
the transaction for the Supervised Person is completed as part of a batch trade with clients or
a decision has been made not to engage in the transaction for the client.
These requirements are not applicable to (i) direct obligations of the Government of the United States; (ii)
money market instruments, bankers’ acceptances, bank certificates of deposit, commercial paper,
repurchase agreements, and other high-quality short-term debt instruments, including repurchase
agreements; (iii) shares issued by mutual funds or money market funds; and (iv) shares issued by unit
investment trusts that are invested exclusively in one or more mutual funds.
Clients and prospective clients may contact the Firm to request a copy of its Code of Ethics.
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Account Reviews
Laurel Oak monitors client portfolios on a continuous and ongoing basis, while regular account reviews are
conducted on at least an annual basis. Such reviews are conducted by the Firm’s Investment Committee
and/or investment adviser representatives and are intended to fulfill the Firm’s fiduciary obligations to their
advisory clients. All advisory clients are encouraged to discuss their needs, goals, and objectives with the
Firm and to keep the Firm informed of any changes thereto. Laurel Oak contact ongoing investment advisory
clients at least annually to review their previous services and/or recommendations and quarterly to discuss
the impact resulting from any changes in the client’s financial and/or investment objectives .
Account Statements and General Reports
Clients are provided with transaction confirmation notices and regular summary account statements directly
from the Financial Institutions where their assets are custodied. From time to time or as otherwise
requested, clients may also receive written or electronic reports from Laurel Oak and/or an outside service
provider contains certain account and/or market-related information, such as an inventory of account
holdings or account performance. Clients should compare the account statements they receive from their
custodian with any documents or reports they receive from the Firm or an outside service provider.
Client Referrals and Other Compensation
Although Laurel Oak does not currently provide compensation to third-party solicitors for client referrals; it
is permitted by the Firm. In the event a client is introduced to the Firm by either an unaffiliated or an
affiliated solicitor, the Firm may pay that solicitor a referral fee in accordance with applicable state securities
laws. Unless otherwise disclosed, any such referral fee is paid solely from the Firm’ s investment
management fee and does not result in any additional charge to the client. If the client is introduced to the
Firm by an unaffiliated solicitor, the solicitor is required to provide the client with the Firm’s written
brochure(s) and a copy of a solicitor’s disclosure statement containing the terms and conditions of the
solicitation arrangement. Any affiliated solicitor of the Firm is required to disclose the nature of his or her
relationship to prospective clients at the time of the solicitation and will provide all prospective clients with
a copy of the Firm’s written brochure(s) at the time of the solicitation.
Brokerage Practices
Laurel Oak generally requests accounts that are not managed by third-party Independent Managers and/or
Sub-Advisors to be established with Goldman Sachs Custody Solutions (“GS”), member FINRA/SIPC. The Firm
considers factors in recommending Custodians or any other broker-dealer to clients, including their
respective financial strength, reputation, execution, pricing, research, and service.
The Custodian maintains custody of the client’s assets and effects and settles trades for their accounts. The
final decision to custody assets with any Custodian is at the discretion of the Advisor’s clients, including those
accounts under ERISA or IRA rules and regulations, in which case the client is acting as either the plan sponsor
or IRA accountholder. Note that the Firm is not affiliated with any such Custodian. The Custodian provides
the Firm with access to its institutional trading and custody services, which are typically not available to retail
investors. These services are generally available to independent investment advisors on an unsolicited basis
and at no charge to advisors. Custodian services include brokerage services that are related to th e execution
of securities transactions, research, including in the form of advice, analyses, and reports, and access to
mutual funds and other investments that are otherwise generally available only to institutional investors or
would require a significantly higher minimum initial investment.
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The custodians generally do not charge clients separately for custody services but are compensated by
account holders through commissions and other transaction-related or asset-based fees for securities trades
that are executed through the custodians or that settle into accounts at the custodians. The custodians
charge brokerage commissions and transaction fees for effecting certain securities transactions (i.e.,
transaction fees are charged for certain no-load mutual funds, and commissions are charged for individual
equity and debt securities transactions). The custodians enable us to obtain many no -load mutual funds
without transaction charges and other no-load funds at nominal transaction charges. The custodians’
commission rates are generally discounted from customary retail commission rates. However, the
commission and transaction fees charged by the custodians may be higher or lower than those charged by
other custodians and broker-dealers. These fees are included in your wrap fee program.
We may aggregate (combine) trades for ourselves or our associated persons with client trades, providing
that the following conditions are met:
1.
Our policy for the aggregation of transactions shall be fully disclosed separately to our
existing clients (if any) and the broker-dealer(s) through which such transactions will be
placed;
3.
2. We will not aggregate transactions unless we believe that aggregation is consistent with our
duty to seek the best execution (which includes the duty to seek the best price) for the client
and is consistent with the terms of our investment advisory agreement with the client for
which trades are being aggregated.
No advisory client will be favored over any other client; each client that participates in an
aggregated order will participate at the average share price for all our transactions in a given
security on a given business day, with transaction costs based on each client’s participation
in the transaction;
4. We will prepare a procedure specifying how to allocate the order among those clients;
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6.
If the aggregated order is filled in its entirety, it will be allocated among clients in accordance
with the allocation statement; if the order is partially filled, it will be allocated pro-rata
based on the allocation statement;
Our books and records will separately reflect, for each client account, the orders that are
aggregated and the securities held by and bought for that account.
7. We will receive no additional compensation or remuneration of any kind as a result of the
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proposed aggregation and
Individual advice and treatment will be accorded to each advisory client.
The execution clients receive from the Custodian will comply with the Firm’s duty to obtain “best
execution.” In seeking best execution, the determinative factor is not the lowest possible cost but whether
the transaction represents the best qualitative execution, taking into consideration the full range of a
Financial Institution’s services, including, among others, the value of research provided, execution capability,
commission rates, and responsiveness.
Consistent with obtaining best execution, brokerage transactions may be directed to certain broker/dealers
in return for investment research products and/or services that assist Laurel Oak in its investment
decision-making process. The receipt of investment research products and/or services, as we ll as the
allocation of the be ne fit of such inve stment re search products and/or se rvices, poses a conflict
of interest because the Firm does not have to produce or pay for the products or services.
The Firm periodically and systematically reviews its policies and procedures regarding its recommendation
of Financial Institutions in light of its duty to obtain best execution.
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The Custodian also makes available other products and services that benefit Laurel Oak but may not benefit
its clients’ accounts. These benefits may include national, regional, or firm-specific educational events
organized and/or sponsored by the Custodian. Other potential benefits may include occasional business
entertainment of personnel, including meals, invitations to sporting events, golf tournaments, and other
forms of entertainment, some of which may accompany educational opportunities. Other of these products
and services assist the Firm in managing and administering clients’ accounts. These include software and
other technology (and related technological training) that provide access to client account data (such as
trade confirmations and account statements), facilitate trade execution (and allocation of aggregated trade
orders for multiple client accounts), provide research, pricing information and other market data, facilitate
payment of the Firm’s fees from its client’s accounts, and assist with back-office training and support
functions, recordkeeping and client reporting. Many of these services may generally be used to service all
or some substantial number of the Firm’s accounts, including accounts not maintained at the Custodian. The
Custodian also makes available to the Firm other services intended to help Laurel Oak manage and further
develop its business enterprise. These services may include professional compliance, legal and business
consulting, publications and conferences on practice management, information technology, business
succession, regulatory compliance, employee benefits providers, human capital consultants, insurance, and
marketing. In addition, the Custodian may make available, arrange, and/or pay vendors for these types of
services rendered to the Firm by independent third parties. The Custodian may discount or waive fees it
would otherwise charge for some of these services or pay all or a part of the fees of a third party providing
these services to the Firm. While, as a fiduciary, the Firm endeavors to act in its client's best interests, the
Firm’s recommendation/requirement that clients maintain their assets in accounts at the Custodian may be
based in part on the benefit to Laurel Oak of the availability of some of the foregoing products and services
and other arrangements, and not solely on the nature, cost, or quality of custody and brokerage services
provided by the Custodian, which may create a potential conflict of interest.
Laurel Oak does not consider, in selecting or recommending broker/dealers, whether the Firm receives
client referrals from the Financial Institutions or other third parties.
Financial Information
Registered investment advisors are required in this item to provide clients with certain financial information
or disclosures about the firm’s financial condition. Laurel Oak does not require the prepayment of more than
$1,200 in fees per client, six months or more in advance, does not have or foresee any financial condition
that is reasonably likely to impair our ability to meet contractual commitments to clients, and has not been
the subject of a bankruptcy proceeding.
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