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Wolf Group Capital Advisors
Form ADV Part 2A
Investment Adviser Brochure
12701 Fair Lakes Circle, Suite 220
Fairfax, VA 22033
(703) 652-6255
www.wolfgroupcapital.com
April 2025
This Brochure provides information about the qualifications and business practices of Wolf
Group Capital Advisors (“we,” “us,” “our”). If you have any questions about the contents of this
Brochure, please contact April Turch, Chief Compliance Officer, at (703) 652-6255 or
aturch@wolfgroupcapital.com.
Additional information about our Firm is also available on the SEC’s website at
www.adviserinfo.sec.gov. The information in this Brochure has not been approved or verified
by the United States Securities and Exchange Commission or by any state securities authority.
Item 2: Summary of Material Changes
Annual Update
In this Item of Wolf Group Capital Advisors’ (“WGCA,” “we,” “us,” “ours” or the “Firm”) Form
ADV 2, we are required to discuss any material changes that have been made to Form ADV
since the last Annual Amendment.
Material Changes since the Last Update
Since our last Annual Amendment filing on September 24, 2024, we have no material changes
to report.
Full Brochure Available
Our Form ADV may be requested at any time, without charge by contacting April Turch, Chief
Compliance Officer, at (703) 652-6255 or aturch@wolfgroupcapital.com.
Additional information about our Firm is also available on the SEC’s website at
www.adviserinfo.sec.gov. The information in this Brochure has not been approved or verified
by the United States Securities and Exchange Commission or by any state securities authority.
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Item 3: Table of Contents
Item 1: Cover Page ........................................................................................................................ 1
Item 2: Summary of Material Changes .......................................................................................... 2
Item 4: Advisory Business ............................................................................................................. 4
Item 5: Fees and Compensation .................................................................................................... 8
Item 6: Performance-Based Fees and Side-by-Side Management............................................... 12
Item 7: Types of Clients ............................................................................................................... 13
Item 8: Methods of Analysis, Investment Strategies and Risk of Loss ......................................... 14
Item 9: Disciplinary Information.................................................................................................. 17
Item 10: Other Financial Industry Activities and Affiliations ....................................................... 18
Item 11: Code of Ethics, Participation or Interest in Client Transactions and Personal Trading .. 19
Item 12: Brokerage Practices ...................................................................................................... 21
Item 13: Review of Accounts ....................................................................................................... 24
Item 14: Client Referrals and Other Compensation .................................................................... 25
Item 15: Custody ......................................................................................................................... 26
Item 16: Investment Discretion ................................................................................................... 28
Item 17: Voting Client Securities ................................................................................................. 29
Item 18: Financial Information .................................................................................................... 30
Form ADV Part 2B – Investment Adviser Brochure Supplement ................................................. 31
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Item 4: Advisory Business
Wolf Group Capital Advisors (“WGCA,” the “Firm,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is an investment
adviser and provides investment advisory and financial planning services to individuals, high net
worth individuals and trusts.
WGCA was founded in 1996 and is owned by Robert D. Len, Leonard S. Wolf, and Charles K.
Verruggio.
Investment Advisory Services
We provide investment advice and implement investment strategies for clients based on their
individual circumstances. We manage accounts on a discretionary basis (which means selection
of investments will be made for the client without obtaining consent from the client prior to
making a purchase or sale for the account).
Through personal discussions, we develop portfolios based upon a client’s goals, objectives,
investment time horizon and risk tolerance, as well as their core financial-related values. We
develop a brief written investment policy statement, including a detailed asset allocation,
describing the investment goals and investment strategy.
We use asset allocations or spreading investments among a number of asset classes and sectors
(domestic stocks vs. foreign stocks; value vs. growth; large-cap stocks vs. small-cap stocks;
corporate bonds vs. government securities) for client accounts. The types of securities
purchased for client portfolios may include stocks, bonds, exchange traded funds and mutual
funds. We may also use alternative investments where applicable, based upon a client’s
investment strategy. After reviewing the asset allocation with the client, the investment
strategy will be implemented. Investment strategies generally include long-term and short-term
purchases depending upon the individual needs of the client.
Financial Planning
We offer financial planning to clients, which includes an initial meeting with the prospective
client to determine the scope of the service desired. Subsequently, a proposal is developed
summarizing the issues to be addressed, the analysis to be performed and the fee for the
financial planning engagement. The proposal also includes a list of information and items that
we require to complete the financial plan. Financial planning may be provided as part of our
investment advisory services, or as a standalone service for a fixed fee, or as a monthly
subscription service.
Financial planning may include a review of all aspects of a client’s current financial situation,
including, but not limited to the following components: cash management, insurance planning,
education planning, charitable giving, retirement planning, estate tax planning, and capital
needs.
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Financial plan recommendations are not limited to any specific product or service offered by a
broker/ dealer or insurance company. With respect to estate planning, we work closely with
attorneys qualified to assist clients in the development of wills and trusts. For insurance plans,
we work closely with qualified internal and external insurance professionals.
Third-Party Asset Management Programs
In addition to managing client accounts directly, in certain circumstances, we will recommend
that a client engage (for all or a portion of its portfolio) a Third-Party Asset Management
Program to provide additional services or expertise that we believe will be beneficial to the
client. These services will be outlined in a separately executed discretionary asset management
agreement with the Third-Party Asset Manager and will be provided for a fee that is separate
and distinct from fees we charge you.
Our Investment Advisor Representatives (IARs) will provide personal advisory services to clients
in the selection of a particular Third-Party Asset Manager. Factors considered in the selection of
a Third-Party Asset Managers include but may not be limited to i) each individual IAR's
preference for a particular Third-Party Asset Manager; ii) the client's risk tolerance, goals, and
objectives, as well as investment experience; and iii) the size of the client's assets available for
investment.
In order to assist in the selection of a Third-Party Asset Manager, the IAR will typically gather
information from the client about the client's financial situation, investment objectives, and
reasonable restrictions the client wants imposed on the management of the account.
Our IARs will periodically review reports provided to the client. An IAR will contact the client
periodically, as agreed upon with each client, to review the client's financial situation and
objectives, communicate information to the Third-Party Asset Manager managing the account
as warranted, and to assist the client in understanding and evaluating the services provided by
the Third-Party Asset Manager. Clients will be expected to notify their IAR of any changes in
their financial situation, investment objectives, or account restrictions. We will communicate
any changes to a client’s investment objectives to the Third-Party Asset Manager managing the
account(s).
We will provide the client with a complete description of the programs and services (including
fees to be charged and other contractual information) provided by the Third-Party Asset
Manager, as well as the Third-Party Asset Manager’s Form ADV, investment advisory contracts,
and account opening documents.
Tailored Relationships
We tailor investment advisory services to the individual needs of the client. The goals and
objectives for each client are documented in our client relationship management system.
Investment policy statements are created that reflect the stated goals and objectives. Our
clients are allowed to impose restrictions on the investments in their account. We may accept
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any reasonable limitation or restriction to discretionary authority on the account placed by the
client. All limitations and restrictions placed on accounts must be presented to us in writing.
Fiduciary Statement
We are fiduciaries under the Investment Advisers Act of 1940 and when we provide investment
advice to you regarding your retirement plan account or individual retirement account, we are
also fiduciaries within the meaning of Title I of the Employee Retirement Income Security Act,
(“ERISA”) and/or the Internal Revenue Code, (“IRC”), as applicable, which are laws governing
retirement accounts.
We have to act in your best interest and not put our interest ahead of yours. At the same time,
the way we make money creates some conflicts with your interests. We must take into
consideration each client’s objectives and act in the best interests of the client. We are
prohibited from engaging in any activity that is in conflict with the interests of the client. We
have the following responsibilities when working with a client:
• To render impartial advice;
• To make appropriate recommendations based on the client’s needs, financial
circumstances, and investment objectives;
• To exercise a high degree of care and diligence to ensure that information is presented
in an accurate manner and not in a way to mislead;
• To have a reasonable basis, information, and understanding of the facts in order to
provide appropriate recommendations and representations;
• Disclose any material conflict of interest in writing; and
• Treat clients fairly and equitably.
Regulations prohibit us from:
• Employing any device, scheme, or artifice to defraud a client;
• Making any untrue statement of a material fact to a client or omitting to state a material
fact when communicating with a client;
• Engaging in any act, practice, or course of business which operates or would operate as
fraud or deceit upon a client; or
• Engaging in any manipulative act or practice with a client.
We will act with competence, dignity, integrity, and in an ethical manner, when working with
clients. We will use reasonable care and exercise independent professional judgement when
conducting investment analysis, making investment recommendations, trading, promoting our
services, and engaging in other professional activities.
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Wrap Fee Programs
A “wrap-fee” program is one that provides the client with advisory and brokerage execution
services for an all-inclusive fee. The client is not charged separate fees for the respective
components of the total service. We do not sponsor, manage or participate in a Wrap Fee
Program.
Client Assets
As of June 30, 2024, we managed $526,794,579 in assets on a discretionary basis.
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Item 5: Fees and Compensation
We base our fees on a percentage of assets under management, hourly charges, and fixed fees,
as described below.
Compensation – Investment Advisory Services
The annual fees for investment advisory services are as follows:
Assets Under Management
First $499,999
Next $500,000
Next $1,500,000
Next $2,500,000
Next $5,000,000
Next $15,000,000
Assets Above $25,000,000
Annual Fee
1.50%
0.95%
0.85%
0.70%
0.60%
0.50%
0.45%
The initial fee is calculated based upon the fair market value when the account is established
and prorated to the end of the current quarter. Thereafter, the fee is calculated and billed
quarterly in advance based upon the prior quarter-end account fair market values. Fees are
prorated for cash flows greater than $250,000 during each quarter. Fees may be prorated for
the initial quarter.
Investment advisory fees are typically debited directly from client accounts. Clients receive a
billing invoice that provides the agreed fee percentage, the portfolio value on which the fee is
calculated, and the amount of the quarterly fee.
Compensation – Standalone Financial Planning
For our standalone Financial Planning services, Clients will pay a fixed fee, depending upon the
complexity of the client’s overall financial situation and the estimated number of hours to
complete. The Firm and the client agree upon fees prior to the engagement of our services.
Fees are negotiable and are fully disclosed in the client agreement. Total costs for financial
plans may range from $3,500 to $7,500 or higher. There is no “typical” plan, as services are
customized to the particular needs of the client. An initial deposit equal to one-half of the
agreed upon fee is payable at the time of entering into an agreement, with the remaining
balance due upon presentation of a completed plan to the client.
Compensation – Third-Party Asset Management Programs
For clients enrolled in a Third-Party Asset Management Program, fees will be calculated as one-
fourth of the stated annualized percentage applied to the average daily market value held
during the period, deducted directly from the client’s account quarterly, in arrears. These fees
are separate and distinct from fees charged to the client by us for our services and are paid
directly to the Third-Party Asset Manager. Fees will be prorated for services provided during
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any period of less than three consecutive months. Third-Party Asset Manager fees range from
0.28% to 0.50% annually, depending upon the investment strategy selected.
Advice on Matters Not Involving Securities
We may also provide advice on issues which do not involve advice related to securities. Fees are
billed at an hourly rate of $150 - $450 and are negotiable and agreed upon between the client
and the Firm prior to the start of the project. Such matters include, but are not limited to the
following: budgeting, mortgage, asset acquisition, credit management, planning for various life
events, e.g., marriage, divorce, children, etc.
Agreement Terms
A client agreement may be canceled at any time, by either party, for any reason upon receipt of
written notice. Upon termination of any account, any prepaid, unearned fees will be refunded
upon written request.
For financial planning engagements, once the process begins, a portion of the initial deposit
may or may not be refunded, with determination based upon the time spent and services
rendered by us up to the time of termination.
Cash Balances
Some of your assets may be held as cash and remain uninvested. Holding a portion of your
assets in cash and cash alternatives, i.e., money market fund shares, may be based on your
desire to have an allocation to cash as an asset class, to support a phased market entrance
strategy, to facilitate transaction execution, to have available funds for withdrawal needs or to
pay fees or to provide for asset protection during periods of volatile market conditions. Your
cash and cash equivalents will be subject to our investment advisory fees unless otherwise
agreed upon. You may experience negative performance on the cash portion of your portfolio if
the investment advisory fees charged are higher than the returns you receive from your cash.
Retirement Plan Rollover Recommendations
As part of our investment advisory services to our clients, we may recommend that clients roll
assets from their employer’s retirement plan, such as a 401(k), 457, or ERISA 403(b) account
(collectively, a “Plan Account”), to an individual retirement account, such as a SIMPLE IRA, SEP
IRA, Traditional IRA, or Roth IRA (collectively, an “IRA Account”) that we will advise on the
client’s behalf. We may also recommend rollovers from IRA Accounts to Plan Accounts, from
Plan Accounts to Plan Accounts, and from IRA Accounts to IRA Accounts.
If the client elects to roll the assets to an IRA that is subject to our advisement, we will charge
the client an asset-based fee as set forth in the advisory agreement the client executed with our
firm. This creates a conflict of interest because it creates a financial incentive for our firm to
recommend the rollover to the client (i.e., receipt of additional fee-based compensation).
Clients are under no obligation, contractually or otherwise, to complete the rollover. Moreover,
if clients do complete the rollover, clients are under no obligation to have the assets in an IRA
advised on by our firm. Due to the foregoing conflict of interest, when we make rollover
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recommendations, we operate under a special rule that requires us to act in our clients’ best
interests and not put our interests ahead of our clients’.
Under this special rule’s provisions, we must:
• meet a professional standard of care when making investment recommendations (give
prudent advice);
• never put our financial interests ahead of our clients’ when making recommendations
(give loyal advice);
• avoid misleading statements about conflicts of interest, fees, and investments;
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follow policies and procedures designed to ensure that we give advice that is in our
clients’ best interests;
• charge no more than a reasonable fee for our services; and
• give clients basic information about conflicts of interest.
Many employers permit former employees to keep their retirement assets in their company
plan. Also, current employees can sometimes move assets out of their company plan before
they retire or change jobs. In determining whether to complete the rollover to an IRA, and to
the extent the following options are available, clients should consider the costs and benefits of
a rollover. Note that an employee will typically have four options in this situation:
1. leaving the funds in the employer’s (former employer’s) plan;
2. moving the funds to a new employer’s retirement plan;
3. cashing out and taking a taxable distribution from the plan; or
4. rolling the funds into an IRA rollover account.
Each of these options has positives and negatives. Because of that, along with the importance
of understanding the differences between these types of accounts, we will provide clients with
an explanation of the advantages and disadvantages of both account types and document the
basis for our belief that the rollover transaction we recommend is in your best interests.
General Information on Compensation and Other Fees
In certain circumstances, fees, account minimums and payment terms are negotiable
depending on client’s unique situation – such as the size of the aggregate related party
portfolio size, family holdings, low-cost basis securities, or certain passively advised investments
and pre-existing relationships with clients. Certain clients may pay more or less than others
depending on the amount of assets, type of portfolio, or the time involved, the degree of
responsibility assumed, complexity of the engagement, special skills needed to solve problems,
the application of experience and knowledge of the client’s situation. Clients should note that
similar advisory services may (or may not) be available from other registered investment
advisers for similar or lower fees.
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Our fees are exclusive of brokerage commissions, transaction fees, and other related costs and
expenses which shall be incurred by the client. Clients may incur certain charges imposed by
custodians, brokers, third party investment and other third parties such as fees charged by
managers, custodial fees, 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. Mutual funds and exchange traded funds also charge internal
management fees, which are disclosed in a funds prospectus.
Such charges, fees and commissions are exclusive of and in addition to our fees, and we shall
not receive any portion of these commissions, fees, and costs.
All fees paid to us for investment advisory services are separate and distinct from the fees and
expenses charged by mutual funds to their shareholders. These fees and expenses are
described in each fund’s prospectus. These fees will generally include a management fee, other
expenses, and a possible distribution fee. If the fund also imposes sales charges, a client may
pay an initial or deferred sales charge.
A client could invest in a mutual fund directly, without our services. In that case, the client
would not receive our services, which are designed, among other things, to assist the client in
determining which mutual funds are most appropriate to each client’s financial condition and
objectives. Accordingly, the client should review both the fees charged by the funds and the
fees charged by us to fully understand the total amount of fees to be paid by the client and to
thereby evaluate the advisory services being provided.
Clients should note that similar advisory services may (or may not) be available from other
registered investment advisers for similar or lower fees.
Mutual Fund Share Class Selection
Similar investment management services may (or may not) be available from other investment
advisers for a lower fee. Investment management fees, which include investment management
and transaction costs, may be more or less costly than paying for the services separately,
depending upon the investment advisory fees charged, the number of transactions for the
account, the mutual fund share class you purchase and the underlying 12(b)-1 fee, and the level
of brokerage and other fees that would be payable if you obtained the services available
individually.
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Item 6: Performance-Based Fees and Side-by-Side Management
Neither we, nor any of our employees accept performance-based fees (fees based on a share of
capital gains on or capital appreciation of the assets of a client).
We do not use a performance-based fee structure because of the potential conflict of interest.
Performance-based compensation may create an incentive for the adviser to recommend an
investment that may carry a higher degree of risk to the client.
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Item 7: Types of Clients
As described in Item 4, our clients include individuals, high net individuals and trusts.
Account Minimums
We require a minimum account of $500,000 for investment management services. At our
exclusive discretion, we may grant waivers or exceptions from the minimum account
requirement.
We may group certain related client accounts for the purposes of achieving the minimum
account size.
Clients enrolled in a Third-Party Asset Management Program must have a minimum account
size of $60,000 - $500,000, depending on the investment strategy selected.
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Item 8: Methods of Analysis, Investment Strategies and Risk of Loss
Methods of Analysis and Investment Strategies
We may assist clients in formulating investment objectives and guidelines, and in writing
investment policy statements. Client accounts are generally given an asset management
questionnaire which assists in understanding the client’s needs and risk tolerance levels to
make portfolio recommendations for each client account.
The recommended portfolio asset mix is then determined that might best achieve the client’s
long-term risk/reward goals. We will recommend an appropriate asset allocation model from a
defined selection of investments selected from a broad universe of opportunities, each
consisting of a diversified mix of asset classes (each a “Model”). The investments that make up
the asset allocation of the Models may be in the form of individual securities (stocks and
bonds), separate accounts, mutual or exchange traded funds or private investment vehicles.
Actual client portfolios may deviate from our policy models because of factors such as
individual preferences, legacy investment positions or rebalancing timing. Models and client
portfolios undergo dynamic asset allocation and rebalancing as deemed necessary to maintain
the stated objectives.
We use a combination of fundamental and quantitative research in formulating investment
advice, both in determining an asset allocation as well as individual security selection. Individual
security selection is primarily driven by combining internal and external research, and
investments are approved by the members of the Investment Committee. The selection
included in each model is expected to help the client achieve his or her investment objective.
Fundamental analysis does not attempt to anticipate market movements. This presents a
potential risk, as the price of a security can move up or down along with the overall market
regardless of the economic and financial factors considered in evaluating the stock. Investment
strategies may include long-term purchases, short-term purchases, trading, and option writing
(including covered options, uncovered options or spreading strategies).
Before recommending external Portfolio Managers, we will conduct due diligence that it deems
reasonable and appropriate based on the facts and circumstances applicable to each Portfolio
Manager. When conducting due diligence, we will exercise our professional judgment. When
conducting due diligence, and making an assessment regarding an investment, we will rely on
the resources reasonably available.
We generally provide investment advice on Portfolio Managers that invest in a wide variety of
U.S. and foreign investment products.
We reserve the right to advise clients on any other type of investment that it deems
appropriate based on the client’s stated goals and objectives. We may also provide advice on
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any type of investment held in a client’s portfolio at the inception of the advisory relationship
or on any investment on which the client requests advice.
Risk of Loss
Investing in securities involves risk of loss that clients should be prepared to bear.
All investments involve the risk of loss, including (among other things) loss of principal, a
reduction in earnings (including interest, dividends and other distributions), and the loss of
future earnings. Although we manage assets in a manner consistent with your investment
objectives and risk tolerance, there can be no guarantee that our efforts will be successful.
You should be prepared to bear the following risks of loss:
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Interest-rate Risk: Fluctuations in interest rates may cause investment prices to
fluctuate. For example, when interest rates rise, yields on existing bonds become less
attractive, causing their market values to decline.
• Market Risk: The price of a security, bond, or mutual fund may drop in reaction to
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tangible and intangible events and conditions. This type of risk is caused by external
factors independent of a security’s underlying circumstances. For example, political,
economic and social conditions may trigger market events.
Inflation Risk: When any type of inflation is present, a dollar next year will not buy as
much as a dollar today, because purchasing power is eroding at the rate of inflation.
• Currency Risk: Overseas investments are subject to fluctuations in the value of the
dollar against the currency of the investment’s originating country. This is also referred
to as exchange rate risk.
• Reinvestment Risk: This is the risk that future proceeds from investments may have to
be reinvested at a potentially lower rate of return (i.e., interest rate). This primarily
relates to fixed income securities.
• Business Risk: These risks are associated with a particular industry or a particular
company within an industry. For example, oil-drilling companies depend on finding oil
and then refining it, a lengthy process, before they can generate a profit. They carry a
higher risk of profitability than an electric company, which generates its income from a
steady stream of customers who buy electricity no matter what the economic
environment is like.
• Liquidity Risk: Liquidity is the ability to readily convert an investment into cash.
Generally, assets are more liquid if many traders are interested in a standardized
product. For example, Treasury Bills are highly liquid, while real estate properties are
not.
• Financial Risk: Excessive borrowing to finance a business’ operations increases the risk
of profitability, because the company must meet the terms of its obligations in good
times and bad. During periods of financial stress, the inability to meet loan obligations
may result in bankruptcy and/or a declining market value.
• Cybersecurity Risk: A breach in cyber security refers to both intentional and
unintentional events that may cause an account to lose proprietary information, suffer
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data corruption, or lose operational capacity. This in turn could cause an account to
incur regulatory penalties, reputational damage, and additional compliance costs
associated with corrective measures, and/or financial loss.
• Pandemic Risk: Large-scale outbreaks of infectious disease can greatly increase
morbidity and mortality over a wide geographic area, crossing international boundaries,
and causing significant economic, social, and political disruption.
• Custodial Risk: This risk is the probability that a party to a transaction will be unable or
unwilling to fulfill its contractual obligations either due to technological errors, control
failures, malfeasance, or potential regulatory liabilities.
Investment Risk Associated with External Portfolio Managers
The ability of the underlying Portfolio Managers to correctly assess the future course of price
movements of stocks, bonds and other financial instruments and markets will significantly
affect the success of a client account. There can be no assurance that we or External Portfolio
Managers will accurately predict such movements.
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Item 9: Disciplinary Information
Registered investment advisers are required to disclose all material facts regarding any legal or
disciplinary events that would be material to your evaluation of our Firm or the integrity of our
management. We have no legal or disciplinary events to disclose.
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Item 10: Other Financial Industry Activities and Affiliations
Financial Industry Activities – Broker-Dealers
We are not registered as a broker-dealer, and none of our employees are registered
representatives of a broker-dealer.
Financial Industry Activities – Futures and Commodities
Neither we nor any of our employees is registered as (or associated with) a futures
commissions merchant, commodity pool operator, or a commodity trading advisor.
Financial Industry Affiliations – Accountant or Accounting Firm
Robert D. Len is an owner and officer of The Wolf Group (TWG), an accounting firm which
provides tax planning advice and compliance services to individuals and business entities. Fees
charged by TWG are separate and distinct from the advisory fees charged by us. Our clients are
not obligated to use the services of TWG.
TWG has formed a wholly owned subsidiary called Wolf Group Business Services (WGBS.) WGBS
is not currently operational; WGBS will provide corporate tax planning and compliance services
to business entities with international interests. Robert D. Len is an officer of WGBS.
Other Investment Advisors
As noted above, we may recommend other investment advisers (Third-Party Asset Managers)
to clients, but we do not receive compensation from those recommendations.
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Item 11: Code of Ethics, Participation or Interest in Client
Transactions and Personal Trading
Our employees must comply with a Code of Ethics (Code), which describes our high standard of
business conduct, and fiduciary duty to our clients. The Code’s key provisions include:
• Statement of General Principles
• Policy on and reporting of Personal Securities Transactions
• A prohibition on Insider Trading
• Restrictions on the acceptance of significant gifts
• Procedures to detect and deter misconduct and violations
• Requirement to maintain confidentiality of client information
April Turch, Chief Compliance Officer reviews all employee trades each quarter. These reviews
ensure that personal trading does not affect the markets, and that our clients receive
preferential treatment.
Our employees must acknowledge the terms of the Code of Ethics at least annually. Any
individual not in compliance with the Code of Ethics may be subject to termination.
Clients and prospective clients can obtain a copy of our Code of Ethics by contacting April Turch
at (703) 652-6255.
Participation or Interest in Client Transactions – Personal Securities Transactions
We and our employees may buy or sell securities identical to those recommended to clients for
their personal accounts. The Code of Ethics, described above, is designed to assure that the
personal securities transactions, activities and interests of our employees will not interfere with
(i) making decisions in the best interest of advisory clients and (ii) implementing such decisions
while, at the same time, allowing employees to invest for their own accounts. Under the Code,
certain classes of securities, primarily mutual funds, have been designated as exempt
transactions, based upon a determination that these would materially not interfere with the
best interest of our clients. In addition, the Code requires pre-clearance of certain transactions.
Employee trading is continually monitored under the Code of Ethics and designed to reasonably
prevent conflicts of interest between the Firm and our clients.
Other Conflicts of Interest
Directors, officers and employees have a duty to act in the best interests of our clients at all
times. As part of this duty, directors, officers and employees are prohibited from engaging in
any transaction which involves an improper conflict of interest.
A “conflict of interest” exists when a person’s private interests interfere in any way with our
interests. A conflict situation can arise when a director, officer or employee takes actions or has
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interests that may make it difficult to perform his or her work objectively and effectively.
Conflicts of interest may also arise when a director, officer or employee, or members of his or
her family, receives improper personal benefits as a result of his or her position in the Firm.
Loans to, or guarantees of obligations of, employees and their family members may create
conflicts of interest.
It is almost always a conflict of interest for an employee to work simultaneously for a
competitor, customer or supplier. Employees are not allowed to work for a competitor as a
consultant or board member. Our policy is to avoid any direct or indirect business connection
with our customers, suppliers or competitors, except on our behalf.
Conflicts of interest are prohibited unless they have been approved by the Firm wherever a
conflict of interest arises, the employee involved must promptly disclose the circumstances of
the conflict to the Chief Compliance Officer.
Participation or Interest in Client Transactions – Material Financial Interest
Neither we nor our employees recommend to clients or buy or sell for client accounts,
securities in which they have a material financial interest.
Participation or Interest in Client Transactions – Principal/Agency Cross
It is our policy that we will not affect any principal or agency cross-securities transactions for
client accounts.
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Item 12: Brokerage Practices
Research and Other Soft Dollar Benefits
We do not receive formal soft dollar benefits other than execution from broker/dealers in
connection with client securities transactions. See disclosure below in “Directed Brokerage –
Other Economic Benefits.”
Brokerage for Client Referrals
We do not receive client referrals from broker/dealers.
Client Directed Brokerage
While not routine, the client may direct us to use a particular broker-dealer to execute some or
all transactions for the client. This brokerage direction must be requested by the client in
writing. In that case, the client will negotiate terms and arrangements for the account with that
broker-dealer, and we will not seek better execution services or prices from other broker-
dealers or be able to “batch” client transactions for execution through other broker-dealers
with orders for other accounts managed by us. By directing brokerage, the client may pay
higher commissions or other transaction costs or greater spreads, or receive less favorable net
prices, on transactions for the account than would otherwise be the case. Not all advisers
require or allow their clients to direct brokerage. Subject to our duty of best execution, we may
decline a client’s request to direct brokerage if, in our sole discretion, such directed brokerage
arrangements would result in additional operational difficulties.
If the client requests that we arrange for the execution of securities brokerage transactions for
the client’s account, we shall direct such transactions through broker-dealers that we
reasonably believe will provide best execution. We periodically and systematically review our
policies and procedures regarding recommending broker-dealers to our client in light of our
duty to obtain best execution.
Directed Brokerage (Schwab)
We generally recommend Schwab Institutional (“Schwab”), a member FINRA/SIPC, an
independent and unaffiliated broker-dealer. Schwab provides us with access to its institutional
trading and custody services, which are typically not available to Schwab retail investors. These
services generally are available to independent investment advisors on an unsolicited basis and
are not otherwise contingent upon our commitment to Schwab for any specific amount of
business (assets in custody or trading). Schwab’s services include the execution of securities
transactions, custody, research, 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.
For our client accounts maintained there, Schwab is compensated through commissions or
other transaction-related fees for securities trades that are executed through Schwab or that
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settle into Schwab accounts. The brokerage commissions and/or transaction fees charged by
Schwab, or any other designated broker-dealer, are exclusive of and in addition to our fees.
Directed Brokerage – Other Economic Benefits (Schwab)
We may receive from Schwab, at no cost to us, professional services, computer software and
related systems support, enabling us to better monitor client accounts maintained at Schwab.
We may receive this support without cost because of the portfolio management services
rendered to clients that maintain assets at Schwab. The support provided may benefit us, but
not our clients directly. In fulfilling our duties to our clients, we endeavor at all times to put the
interests of our clients first. Clients should be aware, however, that our receipt of economic
benefits from a broker-dealer may create a conflict of interest since these benefits may
influence our choice of broker-dealer over another broker-dealer that does not furnish similar
services, software and systems support.
The commissions paid by our clients shall comply with our duty to obtain “best execution.”
However, a client may pay a commission that is higher than another qualified broker-dealer
might charge to effect the same transaction where we determine, in good faith, that the
commission is reasonable in relation to the value of the brokerage and research services
received. 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 broker-dealer’s services, including among others, the value of research provided,
execution capability, commission rates, and responsiveness. Consistent with the foregoing,
while we will seek competitive rates, we may not necessarily obtain the lowest possible
commission rates for client transactions.
Schwab also makes available to us other products and services that benefit us but may not
directly benefit our clients’ accounts. Many of these products and services may be used to
service all or some substantial number of our accounts, including accounts not maintained at
Schwab.
Schwab’s products and services that assist us in managing and administering clients’ accounts
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 our fees from our clients’ accounts; and (v) assist with
back-office functions, recordkeeping and client reporting.
Trade Aggregation
Trade aggregation is the act of trading a large block of a security in a single order. Shares of a
purchased security are then allocated to the appropriate accounts in the appropriate
proportion. The main purposes of order aggregation are (i) for ease of trading and (ii) to obtain
a lower transaction cost associated with trading a larger quantity.
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We may block trades, the purchase or sale of a security from a client’s portfolio if a reason to
purchase or sell the security from all client portfolios at the same time presents itself.
As a result of not typically aggregating trades, clients purchasing securities around the same
time may receive a less favorable price than other clients. In addition, not aggregating trades
may result in higher transaction costs, as a client will not benefit from lower transaction cost
which might be achieved if the trade was aggregated.
Accounts for our Firm or our employees will not be included in a block trade with client
accounts.
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Item 13: Review of Accounts
Reviews
We monitor client portfolios as part of an ongoing process, and regular account reviews are
generally conducted on a quarterly basis. Reviews could also occur at the time of new deposits,
material changes in the client’s financial information, changes in economic cycles, at our
discretion or as often as the client directs. Reviews entail analyzing securities, sensitivity to
overall markets, economic changes, investment results, asset allocation, etc., to ensure the
investment strategy and expectations are structured to continue to meet the client’s objectives.
These reviews are conducted by one of our Investment Adviser Representatives.
Clients are encouraged to discuss their needs, goals, and objectives with us and to inform us of
any changes.
Reporting
Each month, the custodian provides clients with an account statement for each client account,
which may include individual holdings, cost basis information, deposits and withdrawals,
accrued income, dividends, and performance. We may also provide clients periodic reports
regarding their holdings, allocations, and performance.
Financial Planning – Reviews and Reporting
The initial financial plan is included as a component of the financial planning service. Clients
may receive updated financial plans for a separate fee.
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Item 14: Client Referrals and Other Compensation
Other Compensation
We do not receive any formal economic benefits (other than normal compensation) from any
firm or individual for providing investment advice.
Other Compensation – Brokerage Arrangements
See disclosure in Item 12 regarding compensation, including economic benefits received in
connection with giving advice to clients.
Compensation – Client Referrals
Affiliated and Unaffiliated persons or entities (“Promoters”) may occasionally refer, solicit, or
introduce clients to our Firm. We may compensate certain Promoters consistent with the
requirements of the Investment Advisers Act of 1940 and applicable state/local laws and
regulations. In return, we will agree to compensate the Promoter for the referral.
Compensation to the Promoter is dependent on the prospective client entering into an advisory
agreement with us for advisory services. Compensation to the Promoter will be an agreed-upon
percentage of our advisory fee which can be a one-time fee or recurring, pursuant to a written
agreement retained by both our Firm and the Promoter.
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Item 15: Custody
Custody – Fee Debiting
The client agreement authorizes us to deduct advisory fees directly from the client’s account at
the custodian. We send the amount of the quarterly fee to the custodian. With the exception of
the ability to debit client accounts for advisory fees, we do not and will not have custody of
clients’ funds or securities. Client assets shall be held in the custody of a bank, trust company or
brokerage firm agreed upon by the client and WGCA.
The custodian is advised in writing of the limitation of our access to the account. The custodian
sends a statement to the client, at least quarterly, indicating all amounts disbursed from the
account including the amount of advisory fees paid directly to the Firm.
Custody – First Party Money Transfers
Clients may provide us with written ongoing authorization to wire money between the client’s
accounts held with the qualified custodian directly to an outside financial institution (i.e., a
client’s bank account). A copy of this authorization is provided to the qualified custodian. The
authorization includes the client’s name and account number(s) at the outside financial
institution(s) as required.
Custody – Third Party Money Transfers
Clients may provide us with a standing letter of authorization (or similar asset transfer
authorization) which allows us to disburse funds on behalf of clients to third parties. We ensure
that the following conditions are in place when we are deemed to have custody via third party
money movement:
1. The client provides a Written Authorization to the custodian that includes all
appropriate information as to how the transfer should be directed;
2. The Written Authorization includes instruction to direct transfers to the third party
either on a specified schedule or from time to time;
3. Appropriate verification is performed by the custodian, along with a transfer of funds
notice to the client promptly after each transfer;
4. The client may terminate or change the instruction to the custodian;
5. We have no authority or ability to designate or change any information about the third
party contained in the instruction;
6. We maintain records showing that the third party is not a related party of the Firm or
located at the same address as ours; and
7. The custodian sends the client a written initial notice confirming the instruction and an
annual written confirmation thereafter.
Custody – Account Statements
As described above and in Item 13, clients receive at least quarterly statements from the broker
dealer, bank or other qualified custodian that holds and maintains client’s investment assets.
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Clients are urged to carefully review such statements and compare such official custodial
records to the reports that we provide. Our reports may vary from custodial statements based
on accounting procedures, reporting dates, or valuation methodologies of certain securities.
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Item 16: Investment Discretion
We may accept limited power of attorney to act on a discretionary basis on behalf of clients. A
limited power of attorney allows us to execute trades on behalf of our clients.
When such limited powers exist between our Firm and our client, we have the authority to
determine, without obtaining specific client consent, both the amount and type of securities to
be bought to satisfy client account objectives. Additionally, we may accept any reasonable
limitation or restriction to such authority on the account placed by the client. All limitations and
restrictions placed on accounts must be presented to us in writing.
If we have not been given discretionary authority, we consult with the client prior to each
trade.
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Item 17: Voting Client Securities
Proxy Voting
We do not have any authority to and do not vote proxies on behalf of clients, nor do we make
any express or implied recommendation with respect to voting proxies. Clients retain the sole
responsibility for receiving and voting proxies that they receive directly from either their
custodian or transfer agents. Clients may contact us for information about proxy voting.
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Item 18: Financial Information
We do not require prepayment of fees of both more than $1,200 per client, and more than six
months in advance; and therefore, is not required to provide a balance sheet to clients.
We have no financial commitment that impairs our ability to meet contractual and fiduciary
commitments to clients and has not been the subject of a bankruptcy proceeding.
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Form ADV Part 2B – Investment Adviser Brochure Supplement
Wolf Group Capital Advisors
Form ADV Part 2B
Investment Adviser Brochure Supplement
12701 Fair Lakes Circle, Suite 220
Fairfax, VA 22033
(703) 652-6255
aturch@wolfgroupcapital.com
www.wolfgroupcapital.com
Robert D. Len
April 2025
This Brochure Supplement provides information about the Firm’s (“we,” “us,” “our”) employees
that supplements our Brochure. You should have received a copy of that Brochure. Please
contact April Turch, Chief Compliance Officer, at (703) 652-6255 or
aturch@wolfgroupcapital.com if you did not receive our Brochure or if you have any questions
about the contents of this Supplement.
Additional information about our employee(s) referenced above is also available on the SEC’s
website at www.adviserinfo.sec.gov. You may search this site using a unique identifying
number, known as a CRD number for each employee.
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Item 2: Educational Background and Business Experience
We generally require that employees involved in making investment decisions and providing
investment advice have a college degree and/or significant experience in the investment
management or financial services industries.
Born 1963
Robert D. Len
CRD #: 2847676
1996 to Present
Business Background:
Wolf Group Capital Advisors
Managing Director
1988 to Present
The Wolf Group, PC
Director
Formal Education after High School:
Georgetown University
Master of Science in Taxation
University of Virginia, McIntire School of Commerce
Bachelor of Science in Commerce and Accounting
Professional Designations:
Certified Public Accountant
Personal Financial Specialist (CPA/PFS)
Professional Certifications
Robert D. Len maintains professional designations, which requires the following minimum
requirements:
Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
Issued By
State Boards of Accountancy
Candidate must meet the following requirements:
Prerequisites
• Minimum experience levels (most states require at least one
year of experience providing services that involve the use of
accounting, attest, compilation, management advisory,
financial advisory, tax or consulting skills, all of which must
be achieved under the supervision of or verification by a
CPA);
• Successful passing of the Uniform CPA Examination
At minimum, a college education (typically 150 credit hours with at
least a baccalaureate degree and a concentration in accounting)
Education
Requirements
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Exam Type
Continuing Education
Requirements
Uniform CPA Examination
Completion of 40 hours of continuing professional education each
year (or 80 hours over a two-year period) in order to maintain a CPA
license
Personal Financial Specialist (PFS)
Issued By
American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)
Candidate must meet the following requirements:
• Must hold an unrevoked CPA license;
• Fulfill 3,000 hours of personal financial planning business
experience;
Prerequisites
• Complete 80 hours of personal financial planning continuing
professional education credits;
• Pass a comprehensive financial planning exam (PFS Exam);
and
• Be an active member of the AICPA
Must meet minimum education requirements for CPA.
PFS Exam
Completion of 60 hours of financial planning continuing professional
education credits every three years
Education
Requirements
Exam Type
Continuing Education
Requirements
Item 3: Disciplinary Information
Robert D. Len has not been involved in any activities resulting in a disciplinary disclosure.
Item 4: Other Business Activities
Disclosure on Outside Business Activities is provided in Form ADV Part 2A Item 10 – Other
Financial Industry Activities and Affiliations above. These Outside Business Activities do not
create a material conflict of interest with clients.
Disclosure on Fees and Compensation is provided in Form ADV Part 2A Item 5 – Fees and
Compensation. Robert D. Len does not receive commissions, bonuses or other compensation
based on the sale of securities.
As disclosed in Form ADV Part 2A Item 10 – Other Financial Industry Activities and Affiliations,
Robert D. Len is an owner and officer of The Wolf Group (TWG), an accounting firm which
provides tax planning advice and compliance services to individuals and business entities. Fees
charged by TWG are separate and distinct from the advisory fees charged by our Firm. Our
clients are not obligated to use the services of TWG.
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TWG has formed a wholly owned subsidiary called Wolf Group Business Services (WGBS). WGBS
is not currently operational; WGBS will provide corporate tax planning and compliance services
to business entities with international interests. Robert D. Len is an officer of WGBS.
Item 5: Additional Compensation
Robert D. Len does not receive any economic benefit outside of regular salaries or bonuses.
Item 6: Supervision
Robert D. Len, Managing Director, and April Turch, Chief Compliance Officer, supervises the
persons named in this Form ADV Part 2B Investment Adviser Brochure Supplement. Robert D.
Len and April Turch supervises these persons by holding regular staff, investment, and other ad
hoc meetings. In addition, Robert D. Len and April Turch regularly reviews client reports, emails,
and trading, as well as employees’ personal securities transaction and holdings reports. Robert
D. Len and April Turch can be reached at (703) 652-6255.
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Form ADV Part 2B – Investment Adviser Brochure Supplement
Wolf Group Capital Advisors
Form ADV Part 2B
Investment Adviser Brochure Supplement
12701 Fair Lakes Circle, Suite 220
Fairfax, VA 22033
(703) 652-6255
aturch@wolfgroupcapital.com
www.wolfgroupcapital.com
Charles K. Verruggio
April 2025
This Brochure Supplement provides information about the Firm’s (“we,” “us,” “our”) employees
that supplements our Brochure. You should have received a copy of that Brochure. Please
contact April Turch, Chief Compliance Officer, at (703) 652-6255 or
aturch@wolfgroupcapital.com if you did not receive our Brochure or if you have any questions
about the contents of this Supplement.
Additional information about our employee(s) referenced above is also available on the SEC’s
website at www.adviserinfo.sec.gov. You may search this site using a unique identifying
number, known as a CRD number for each employee.
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Item 2: Educational Background and Business Experience
We generally require that employees involved in making investment decisions and providing
investment advice have a college degree and/or significant experience in the investment
management or financial services industries.
Born 1978
Charles K. Verruggio
CRD #: 4203594
2024 to Present
Business Background:
Wolf Group Capital Advisors
Managing Director, Chief Investment Officer, and
Senior Financial Advisor
Chief Investment Officer and Senior Financial Advisor
Vice President and Financial Advisor
2020 to 2024
2012 to 2020
2010 to 2012
Allegheny Financial Group
Financial Analyst
Formal Education after High School:
Carnegie Mellon University
Master of Business Administration in Finance and Accounting
University of Pittsburgh
Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Business
Item 3: Disciplinary Information
Charles K. Verruggio has not been involved in any activities resulting in a disciplinary disclosure.
Item 4: Other Business Activities
Disclosure on Outside Business Activities is provided in Form ADV Part 2A Item 10 – Other
Financial Industry Activities and Affiliations above. These Outside Business Activities do not
create a material conflict of interest with clients.
Disclosure on Fees and Compensation is provided in Form ADV Part 2A Item 5 – Fees and
Compensation. Charles K. Verruggio does not receive commissions, bonuses or other
compensation based on the sale of securities.
Item 5: Additional Compensation
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Charles K. Verruggio does not receive any economic benefit outside of regular salaries or
bonuses.
Item 6: Supervision
Robert D. Len, Managing Director, and April Turch, Chief Compliance Officer, supervises the
persons named in this Form ADV Part 2B Investment Adviser Brochure Supplement. Robert D.
Len and April Turch supervises these persons by holding regular staff, investment, and other ad
hoc meetings. In addition, Robert D. Len and April Turch regularly reviews client reports, emails,
and trading, as well as employees’ personal securities transaction and holdings reports. Robert
D. Len and April Turch can be reached at (703) 652-6255.
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Form ADV Part 2B – Investment Adviser Brochure Supplement
Wolf Group Capital Advisors
Form ADV Part 2B
Investment Adviser Brochure Supplement
12701 Fair Lakes Circle, Suite 220
Fairfax, VA 22033
(703) 652-6255
aturch@wolfgroupcapital.com
www.wolfgroupcapital.com
April Turch
April 2025
This Brochure Supplement provides information about the Firm’s (“we,” “us,” “our”) employees
that supplements our Brochure. You should have received a copy of that Brochure. Please
contact April Turch, Chief Compliance Officer, at (703) 652-6255 or
aturch@wolfgroupcapital.com if you did not receive our Brochure or if you have any questions
about the contents of this Supplement.
Additional information about our employee(s) referenced above is also available on the SEC’s
website at www.adviserinfo.sec.gov. You may search this site using a unique identifying
number, known as a CRD number for each employee.
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Item 2: Educational Background and Business Experience
We generally require that employees involved in making investment decisions and providing
investment advice have a college degree and/or significant experience in the investment
management or financial services industries.
Born 1972
April Turch
CRD #: 3233895
Business Background:
Wolf Group Capital Advisors
Chief Compliance Officer
Chief Compliance Officer and Portfolio Operations Manager
Portfolio Operation Manager
2021 to Present
2019 to 2021
2015 to 2019
2011 to 2015
Focus Wealth Management, LTD
Director of Operations
Formal Education after High School:
George Mason University
Bachelor of Science in Finance
Georgetown University
Certificate, Financial Planning
Item 3: Disciplinary Information
April Turch has not been involved in any activities resulting in a disciplinary disclosure.
Item 4: Other Business Activities
Disclosure on Outside Business Activities is provided in Form ADV Part 2A Item 10 – Other
Financial Industry Activities and Affiliations above. These Outside Business Activities do not
create a material conflict of interest with clients.
Disclosure on Fees and Compensation is provided in Form ADV Part 2A Item 5 – Fees and
Compensation. April Turch does not receive commissions, bonuses or other compensation
based on the sale of securities.
April Turch is involved as a fractional Chief Operating Officer for a business coaching service,
which comprises more than 10% of her time. This outside business activity does not create a
material conflict of interest with clients.
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Item 5: Additional Compensation
April Turch does not receive any economic benefit outside of regular salaries or bonuses.
Item 6: Supervision
Robert D. Len, Managing Director, and April Turch, Chief Compliance Officer, supervises the
persons named in this Form ADV Part 2B Investment Adviser Brochure Supplement. Robert D.
Len and April Turch supervises these persons by holding regular staff, investment, and other ad
hoc meetings. In addition, Robert D. Len and April Turch regularly reviews client reports, emails,
and trading, as well as employees’ personal securities transaction and holdings reports. Robert
D. Len and April Turch can be reached at (703) 652-6255.
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Form ADV Part 2B – Investment Adviser Brochure Supplement
Wolf Group Capital Advisors
Form ADV Part 2B
Investment Adviser Brochure Supplement
12701 Fair Lakes Circle, Suite 220
Fairfax, VA 22033
(703) 652-6255
aturch@wolfgroupcapital.com
www.wolfgroupcapital.com
Kevin R. Ostergaard
April 2025
This Brochure Supplement provides information about the Firm’s (“we,” “us,” “our”) employees
that supplements our Brochure. You should have received a copy of that Brochure. Please
contact April Turch, Chief Compliance Officer, at (703) 652-6255 or
aturch@wolfgroupcapital.com if you did not receive our Brochure or if you have any questions
about the contents of this Supplement.
Additional information about our employee(s) referenced above is also available on the SEC’s
website at www.adviserinfo.sec.gov. You may search this site using a unique identifying
number, known as a CRD number for each employee.
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Item 2: Educational Background and Business Experience
We generally require that employees involved in making investment decisions and providing
investment advice have a college degree and/or significant experience in the investment
management or financial services industries.
Born 1991
Kevin R. Ostergaard
CRD #: 6375261
Business Background:
Wolf Group Capital Advisors
Director of Financial Planning
Senior Financial Advisor
Financial Advisor
2024 to Present
2023 to 2024
2021 to 2023
2019 to Present
Wolf Group Capital Advisors
Associate Financial Advisor
2016 to 2019
Edelman Financial Services
Financial Planning Analyst
2014 to 2016
Financial Advantage Associates
Financial Advisor
Formal Education after High School:
University of Maryland
Bachelor of Arts in Economics
Georgetown University
Certificate, Financial Planning
Professional Designations:
CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP®)
Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC)
Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA)
Professional Certifications:
Kevin R. Ostergaard maintains professional designations, which require the following minimum
requirements:
CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP®)
Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc.
Candidate must meet the following requirements:
Issued By
Prerequisites
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• A bachelor’s degree (or higher) from an accredited college or
university, and
• 3 years of full-time personal financial planning experience
Candidate must complete a CFP®-board registered program, or hold
one of the following:
Education
Requirements
CPA
ChFC
Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU)
CFA
Ph.D. in business or economics
Doctor of Business Administration
Attorney's License
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
CFP® Certification Examination
30 hours every 2 years
Exam Type
Continuing Education
Requirements
Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC)
Issued By
The American College
Candidate must meet the following requirements:
Prerequisites
• 3 years of full-time business experience within the five years
preceding the awarding of the designation
6 core and 2 elective courses
Final proctored exam for each course
30 CE credits every 2 years
Education
Requirements
Exam Type
Continuing Education
Requirements
Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA)
Issued By
Investment & Wealth Institute
Candidate must meet the following requirements:
• 3 years of full-time financial services experience
• Sign licensing agreement and agree to adhere to Code of
Prerequisites
Professional Responsibility, Standards of Practice, and Rules
and Guidelines for Use of the Marks
Schedule into and complete education program with Registered
Education Provider
Closed book, proctored final certification exam, online or in person
40 hours every 2 years
Education
Requirements
Exam Type
Continuing Education
Requirements
Item 3: Disciplinary Information
Kevin R. Ostergaard has not been involved in any activities resulting in a disciplinary disclosure.
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Item 4: Other Business Activities
Disclosure on Outside Business Activities is provided in Form ADV Part 2A Item 10 – Other
Financial Industry Activities and Affiliations above. These Outside Business Activities do not
create a material conflict of interest with clients.
Disclosure on Fees and Compensation is provided in Form ADV Part 2A Item 5 – Fees and
Compensation. Kevin R. Ostergaard does not receive commissions, bonuses or other
compensation based on the sale of securities.
Kevin R. Ostergaard is engaged in Real Estate activity. He does not receive commissions,
bonuses or other compensation on the sale of securities or other investment products, or have
involvement in any other business or occupation that provides substantial compensation or
involves a substantial amount of his time, other than what is associated with his Real Estate
activity.
This outside business activity does not create a material conflict of interest with clients.
Item 5: Additional Compensation
Kevin R. Ostergaard does not receive any economic benefit outside of regular salaries or
bonuses.
Item 6: Supervision
Robert D. Len, Managing Director, and April Turch, Chief Compliance Officer, supervises the
persons named in this Form ADV Part 2B Investment Adviser Brochure Supplement. Robert D.
Len and April Turch supervises these persons by holding regular staff, investment, and other ad
hoc meetings. In addition, Robert D. Len and April Turch regularly reviews client reports, emails,
and trading, as well as employees’ personal securities transaction and holdings reports. Robert
D. Len and April Turch can be reached at (703) 652-6255.
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Form ADV Part 2B – Investment Adviser Brochure Supplement
Wolf Group Capital Advisors
Form ADV Part 2B
Investment Adviser Brochure Supplement
12701 Fair Lakes Circle, Suite 220
Fairfax, VA 22033
(703) 652-6255
aturch@wolfgroupcapital.com
www.wolfgroupcapital.com
Sean W. Fitzgerald
April 2025
This Brochure Supplement provides information about the Firm’s (“we,” “us,” “our”) employees
that supplements our Brochure. You should have received a copy of that Brochure. Please
contact April Turch, Chief Compliance Officer, at (703) 652-6255 or
aturch@wolfgroupcapital.com if you did not receive our Brochure or if you have any questions
about the contents of this Supplement.
Additional information about our employee(s) referenced above is also available on the SEC’s
website at www.adviserinfo.sec.gov. You may search this site using a unique identifying
number, known as a CRD number for each employee.
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Item 2: Educational Background and Business Experience
We generally require that employees involved in making investment decisions and providing
investment advice have a college degree and/or significant experience in the investment
management or financial services industries.
Born 1986
Sean W. Fitzgerald
CRD #: 5699967
Business Background:
Wolf Group Capital Advisors
Director of Client Services and Operations
Director of Operations
Client Service and Operations Manager
Associate Operations Manager
2024 to Present
2024 to 2024
2022 to 2024
2017 to 2022
2014 to 2016
JP Morgan Chase
Associate
2009 to 2014
Morgan Stanley
Analyst/Associate
Formal Education after High School:
Loyola University Maryland
Bachelor of Arts in Business and International Studies
Item 3: Disciplinary Information
Sean W. Fitzgerald has not been involved in any activities resulting in a disciplinary disclosure.
Item 4: Other Business Activities
Disclosure on Outside Business Activities is provided in Form ADV Part 2A Item 10 – Other
Financial Industry Activities and Affiliations above. These Outside Business Activities do not
create a material conflict of interest with clients.
Disclosure on Fees and Compensation is provided in Form ADV Part 2A Item 5 – Fees and
Compensation. Sean W. Fitzgerald does not receive commissions, bonuses or other
compensation based on the sale of securities.
Item 5: Additional Compensation
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Sean W. Fitzgerald does not receive any economic benefit outside of regular salaries or
bonuses.
Item 6: Supervision
Robert D. Len, Managing Director, and April Turch, Chief Compliance Officer, supervises the
persons named in this Form ADV Part 2B Investment Adviser Brochure Supplement. Robert D.
Len and April Turch supervises these persons by holding regular staff, investment, and other ad
hoc meetings. In addition, Robert D. Len and April Turch regularly reviews client reports, emails,
and trading, as well as employees’ personal securities transaction and holdings reports. Robert
D. Len and April Turch can be reached at (703) 652-6255.
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Form ADV Part 2B – Investment Adviser Brochure Supplement
Wolf Group Capital Advisors
Form ADV Part 2B
Investment Adviser Brochure Supplement
12701 Fair Lakes Circle, Suite 220
Fairfax, VA 22033
(703) 652-6255
aturch@wolfgroupcapital.com
www.wolfgroupcapital.com
Cesar A. Ortega
April 2025
This Brochure Supplement provides information about the Firm’s (“we,” “us,” “our”) employees
that supplements our Brochure. You should have received a copy of that Brochure. Please
contact April Turch, Chief Compliance Officer, at (703) 652-6255 or
aturch@wolfgroupcapital.com if you did not receive our Brochure or if you have any questions
about the contents of this Supplement.
Additional information about our employee(s) referenced above is also available on the SEC’s
website at www.adviserinfo.sec.gov. You may search this site using a unique identifying
number, known as a CRD number for each employee.
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Item 2: Educational Background and Business Experience
We generally require that employees involved in making investment decisions and providing
investment advice have a college degree and/or significant experience in the investment
management or financial services industries.
Born 1994
Cesar A. Ortega
CRD #: 6600159
Business Background:
Wolf Group Capital Advisors
Portfolio Manager
Associate Portfolio Manager
2023 to Present
2020 to 2023
2019 to 2020
Wade Financial Advisory
Portfolio Management Associate
2017 to 2019
Cresta Advisors
Client Associate
Formal Education after High School:
Texas A&M University
Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance
Item 3: Disciplinary Information
Cesar A. Ortega has not been involved in any activities resulting in a disciplinary disclosure.
Item 4: Other Business Activities
Disclosure on Outside Business Activities is provided in Form ADV Part 2A Item 10 – Other
Financial Industry Activities and Affiliations above. These Outside Business Activities do not
create a material conflict of interest with clients.
Disclosure on Fees and Compensation is provided in Form ADV Part 2A Item 5 – Fees and
Compensation. Cesar A. Ortega does not receive commissions, bonuses or other compensation
based on the sale of securities.
Item 5: Additional Compensation
Cesar A. Ortega does not receive any economic benefit outside of regular salaries or bonuses.
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Item 6: Supervision
Robert D. Len, Managing Director, and April Turch, Chief Compliance Officer, supervises the
persons named in this Form ADV Part 2B Investment Adviser Brochure Supplement. Robert D.
Len and April Turch supervises these persons by holding regular staff, investment, and other ad
hoc meetings. In addition, Robert D. Len and April Turch regularly reviews client reports, emails,
and trading, as well as employees’ personal securities transaction and holdings reports. Robert
D. Len and April Turch can be reached at (703) 652-6255.
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Form ADV Part 2B – Investment Adviser Brochure Supplement
Wolf Group Capital Advisors
Form ADV Part 2B
Investment Adviser Brochure Supplement
12701 Fair Lakes Circle, Suite 220
Fairfax, VA 22033
(703) 652-6255
aturch@wolfgroupcapital.com
www.wolfgroupcapital.com
Harveen K. Bhathal
April 2025
This Brochure Supplement provides information about the Firm’s (“we,” “us,” “our”) employees
that supplements our Brochure. You should have received a copy of that Brochure. Please
contact April Turch, Chief Compliance Officer, at (703) 652-6255 or
aturch@wolfgroupcapital.com if you did not receive our Brochure or if you have any questions
about the contents of this Supplement.
Additional information about our employee(s) referenced above is also available on the SEC’s
website at www.adviserinfo.sec.gov. You may search this site using a unique identifying
number, known as a CRD number for each employee.
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Item 2: Educational Background and Business Experience
We generally require that employees involved in making investment decisions and providing
investment advice have a college degree and/or significant experience in the investment
management or financial services industries.
Born 1999
Harveen K. Bhathal
CRD #: 7416533
2023 to Present
Business Background:
Wolf Group Capital Advisors
Client Service & Operations Associate
2021 to 2022
Goldman Sachs
Operations Associate
2021 to 2021
The Wolf Group
Season Tax Support/Intern
Formal Education after High School:
John Hopkins University
Master of Science in Data Analytics and Policy
George Mason University
Bachelor of Arts in Government and International Politics
Item 3: Disciplinary Information
Harveen K. Bhathal has not been involved in any activities resulting in a disciplinary disclosure.
Item 4: Other Business Activities
Disclosure on Outside Business Activities is provided in Form ADV Part 2A Item 10 – Other
Financial Industry Activities and Affiliations above. These Outside Business Activities do not
create a material conflict of interest with clients.
Disclosure on Fees and Compensation is provided in Form ADV Part 2A Item 5 – Fees and
Compensation. Harveen K. Bhathal does not receive commissions, bonuses or other
compensation based on the sale of securities.
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Item 5: Additional Compensation
Harveen K. Bhathal does not receive any economic benefit outside of regular salaries or
bonuses.
Item 6: Supervision
Robert D. Len, Managing Director, and April Turch, Chief Compliance Officer, supervises the
persons named in this Form ADV Part 2B Investment Adviser Brochure Supplement. Robert D.
Len and April Turch supervises these persons by holding regular staff, investment, and other ad
hoc meetings. In addition, Robert D. Len and April Turch regularly reviews client reports, emails,
and trading, as well as employees’ personal securities transaction and holdings reports. Robert
D. Len and April Turch can be reached at (703) 652-6255.
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Form ADV Part 2B – Investment Adviser Brochure Supplement
Wolf Group Capital Advisors
Form ADV Part 2B
Investment Adviser Brochure Supplement
12701 Fair Lakes Circle, Suite 220
Fairfax, VA 22033
(703) 652-6255
aturch@wolfgroupcapital.com
www.wolfgroupcapital.com
Andrew P. Gary
April 2025
This Brochure Supplement provides information about the Firm’s (“we,” “us,” “our”) employees
that supplements our Brochure. You should have received a copy of that Brochure. Please
contact April Turch, Chief Compliance Officer, at (703) 652-6255 or
aturch@wolfgroupcapital.com if you did not receive our Brochure or if you have any questions
about the contents of this Supplement.
Additional information about our employee(s) referenced above is also available on the SEC’s
website at www.adviserinfo.sec.gov. You may search this site using a unique identifying
number, known as a CRD number for each employee.
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Item 2: Educational Background and Business Experience
We generally require that employees involved in making investment decisions and providing
investment advice have a college degree and/or significant experience in the investment
management or financial services industries.
Born 1993
Andrew P. Gary
CRD #: 6503080
2023 to Present
Business Background:
Wolf Group Capital Advisors
Financial Advisor
2022 to 2023
Preston Wealth Advisors, LLC
Wealth Advisor
2019 to 2022
Mason Investment Advisory Services Inc
Associate Investment Consultant
2017 to 2018
United Capital Financial Advisers, LLC
Relationship Manager
Formal Education after High School:
Virginia Tech
Bachelor of Science in Finance
Professional Designations:
CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP®)
Professional Certifications
Andrew P. Gary maintains a professional designation, which requires the following minimum
requirements:
CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP®)
Issued By
Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc.
Candidate must meet the following requirements:
• A bachelor’s degree (or higher) from an accredited college or
Prerequisites
university, and
• 3 years of full-time personal financial planning experience
Candidate must complete a CFP®-board registered program, or hold
one of the following:
Education
Requirements
CPA
ChFC
•
•
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Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU)
CFA
Ph.D. in business or economics
Doctor of Business Administration
Attorney's License
•
•
•
•
•
CFP® Certification Examination
30 hours every 2 years
Exam Type
Continuing Education
Requirements
Item 3: Disciplinary Information
Andrew P. Gary has not been involved in any activities resulting in a disciplinary disclosure.
Item 4: Other Business Activities
Disclosure on Outside Business Activities is provided in Form ADV Part 2A Item 10 – Other
Financial Industry Activities and Affiliations above. These Outside Business Activities do not
create a material conflict of interest with clients.
Disclosure on Fees and Compensation is provided in Form ADV Part 2A Item 5 – Fees and
Compensation. Andrew P. Gary does not receive commissions, bonuses or other compensation
based on the sale of securities.
Item 5: Additional Compensation
Andrew P. Gary does not receive any economic benefit outside of regular salaries or bonuses.
Item 6: Supervision
Robert D. Len, Managing Director, and April Turch, Chief Compliance Officer, supervises the
persons named in this Form ADV Part 2B Investment Adviser Brochure Supplement. Robert D.
Len and April Turch supervises these persons by holding regular staff, investment, and other ad
hoc meetings. In addition, Robert D. Len and April Turch regularly reviews client reports, emails,
and trading, as well as employees’ personal securities transaction and holdings reports. Robert
D. Len and April Turch can be reached at (703) 652-6255.
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Form ADV Part 2B – Investment Adviser Brochure Supplement
Wolf Group Capital Advisors
Form ADV Part 2B
Investment Adviser Brochure Supplement
12701 Fair Lakes Circle, Suite 220
Fairfax, VA 22033
(703) 652-6255
aturch@wolfgroupcapital.com
www.wolfgroupcapital.com
Tyghe Carstens
April 2025
This Brochure Supplement provides information about the Firm’s (“we,” “us,” “our”) employees
that supplements our Brochure. You should have received a copy of that Brochure. Please
contact April Turch, Chief Compliance Officer, at (703) 652-6255 or
aturch@wolfgroupcapital.com if you did not receive our Brochure or if you have any questions
about the contents of this Supplement.
Additional information about our employee(s) referenced above is also available on the SEC’s
website at www.adviserinfo.sec.gov. You may search this site using a unique identifying
number, known as a CRD number for each employee.
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Item 2: Educational Background and Business Experience
We generally require that employees involved in making investment decisions and providing
investment advice have a college degree and/or significant experience in the investment
management or financial services industries.
Born 1984
Tyghe Carstens
CRD #: 7205537
2024 to Present
Business Background:
Wolf Group Capital Advisors
Financial Advisor
2022 to 2023
Citigroup
Financial Planning Specialist
2019 to 2022
BMO
Private Client Advisor
2014 to 2018
Absa Banking Group
Private Bank Segment & Sales Production Manager
Formal Education after High School:
University of Edinburgh
Master of Science in Finance
University of the Free State
Postgraduate Diploma in Investment Planning and Financial Planning
DePaul University
Bachelor of Science in Management
Item 3: Disciplinary Information
Tyghe Carstens has not been involved in any activities resulting in a disciplinary disclosure.
Item 4: Other Business Activities
Disclosure on Outside Business Activities is provided in Form ADV Part 2A Item 10 – Other
Financial Industry Activities and Affiliations above. These Outside Business Activities do not
create a material conflict of interest with clients.
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Disclosure on Fees and Compensation is provided in Form ADV Part 2A Item 5 – Fees and
Compensation. Tyghe Carstens does not receive commissions, bonuses or other compensation
based on the sale of securities.
Item 5: Additional Compensation
Tyghe Carstens does not receive any economic benefit outside of regular salaries or bonuses.
Item 6: Supervision
Robert D. Len, Managing Director, and April Turch, Chief Compliance Officer, supervises the
persons named in this Form ADV Part 2B Investment Adviser Brochure Supplement. Robert D.
Len and April Turch supervises these persons by holding regular staff, investment, and other ad
hoc meetings. In addition, Robert D. Len and April Turch regularly reviews client reports, emails,
and trading, as well as employees’ personal securities transaction and holdings reports. Robert
D. Len and April Turch can be reached at (703) 652-6255.
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Form ADV Part 2B – Investment Adviser Brochure Supplement
Wolf Group Capital Advisors
Form ADV Part 2B
Investment Adviser Brochure Supplement
12701 Fair Lakes Circle, Suite 220
Fairfax, VA 22033
(703) 652-6255
aturch@wolfgroupcapital.com
www.wolfgroupcapital.com
Stefani Tueme
April 2025
This Brochure Supplement provides information about the Firm’s (“we,” “us,” “our”) employees
that supplements our Brochure. You should have received a copy of that Brochure. Please
contact April Turch, Chief Compliance Officer, at (703) 652-6255 or
aturch@wolfgroupcapital.com if you did not receive our Brochure or if you have any questions
about the contents of this Supplement.
Additional information about our employee(s) referenced above is also available on the SEC’s
website at www.adviserinfo.sec.gov. You may search this site using a unique identifying
number, known as a CRD number for each employee.
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Item 2: Educational Background and Business Experience
We generally require that employees involved in making investment decisions and providing
investment advice have a college degree and/or significant experience in the investment
management or financial services industries.
Born 1993
Stefani Tueme
CRD #: 7966339
2024 to Present
Business Background:
Wolf Group Capital Advisors
Associate Financial Advisor
2022 to 2024
The Wolf Group PC
Consultant
2012 to 2015
Metlife Brazil
Retirement Plan Analyst
Formal Education after High School:
Escola Superior de Propaganda e Marketing
Master of Behavioral Economics
Universidade Sao Judas
Bachelor of Science in Economics
Professional Designations:
CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP®)
Enrolled Agent (EA)
Professional Certifications
Stefani Tueme maintains professional designations, which require the following minimum
requirements:
CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP®)
Issued By
Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc.
Candidate must meet the following requirements:
• A bachelor’s degree (or higher) from an accredited college or
Prerequisites
university, and
• 3 years of full-time personal financial planning experience
Candidate must complete a CFP®-board registered program, or hold
one of the following:
Education
Requirements
CPA
•
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ChFC
Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU)
CFA
Ph.D. in business or economics
Doctor of Business Administration
Attorney's License
•
•
•
•
•
•
CFP® Certification Examination
30 hours every 2 years
Exam Type
Continuing Education
Requirements
Enrolled Agent (EA)
Issued By
Internal Revenue Service
Candidate must meet the following requirements:
Prerequisites
• Obtain a Preparer Tax Identification Number (PTIN)
• Achieve passing scores on all three parts of the Special
Enrollment Examination (SEE) within three years
• Apply for enrollment and pay enrollment fee
• Pass a suitability check
None
Education
Requirements
Exam Type
Three-part comprehensive IRS test or experience as a former IRS
employee
• Completion of 72 hours of continuing professional
education courses every three years
• Obtain a minimum of 16 hours per year (2 of which must be
Continuing Education
Requirements
on ethics)
• Use an IRS approved continuing education provider
Item 3: Disciplinary Information
Stefani Tueme has not been involved in any activities resulting in a disciplinary disclosure.
Item 4: Other Business Activities
Disclosure on Outside Business Activities is provided in Form ADV Part 2A Item 10 – Other
Financial Industry Activities and Affiliations above. These Outside Business Activities do not
create a material conflict of interest with clients.
Disclosure on Fees and Compensation is provided in Form ADV Part 2A Item 5 – Fees and
Compensation. Stefani Tueme does not receive commissions, bonuses or other compensation
based on the sale of securities.
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Item 5: Additional Compensation
Stefani Tueme does not receive any economic benefit outside of regular salaries or bonuses.
Item 6: Supervision
Robert D. Len, Managing Director, and April Turch, Chief Compliance Officer, supervises the
persons named in this Form ADV Part 2B Investment Adviser Brochure Supplement. Robert D.
Len and April Turch supervises these persons by holding regular staff, investment, and other ad
hoc meetings. In addition, Robert D. Len and April Turch regularly reviews client reports, emails,
and trading, as well as employees’ personal securities transaction and holdings reports. Robert
D. Len and April Turch can be reached at (703) 652-6255.
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Form ADV Part 2B – Investment Adviser Brochure Supplement
Wolf Group Capital Advisors
Form ADV Part 2B
Investment Adviser Brochure Supplement
12701 Fair Lakes Circle, Suite 220
Fairfax, VA 22033
(703) 652-6255
aturch@wolfgroupcapital.com
www.wolfgroupcapital.com
Joshua D. Lipscomb
April 2025
This Brochure Supplement provides information about the Firm’s (“we,” “us,” “our”) employees
that supplements our Brochure. You should have received a copy of that Brochure. Please
contact April Turch, Chief Compliance Officer, at (703) 652-6255 or
aturch@wolfgroupcapital.com if you did not receive our Brochure or if you have any questions
about the contents of this Supplement.
Additional information about our employee(s) referenced above is also available on the SEC’s
website at www.adviserinfo.sec.gov. You may search this site using a unique identifying
number, known as a CRD number for each employee.
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Item 2: Educational Background and Business Experience
We generally require that employees involved in making investment decisions and providing
investment advice have a college degree and/or significant experience in the investment
management or financial services industries.
Born 2003
Joshua D. Lipscomb
CRD #: 7739685
2024 to Present
Business Background:
Wolf Group Capital Advisors
Associate Financial Advisor
2023 to 2023
Virginia Asset Management
Financial Advisor Intern
Formal Education after High School:
James Madison University
Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance
Item 3: Disciplinary Information
Joshua D. Lipscomb has not been involved in any activities resulting in a disciplinary disclosure.
Item 4: Other Business Activities
Disclosure on Outside Business Activities is provided in Form ADV Part 2A Item 10 – Other
Financial Industry Activities and Affiliations above. These Outside Business Activities do not
create a material conflict of interest with clients.
Disclosure on Fees and Compensation is provided in Form ADV Part 2A Item 5 – Fees and
Compensation. Joshua D. Lipscomb does not receive commissions, bonuses or other
compensation based on the sale of securities.
Item 5: Additional Compensation
Joshua D. Lipscomb does not receive any economic benefit outside of regular salaries or
bonuses.
Item 6: Supervision
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Robert D. Len, Managing Director, and April Turch, Chief Compliance Officer, supervises the
persons named in this Form ADV Part 2B Investment Adviser Brochure Supplement. Robert D.
Len and April Turch supervises these persons by holding regular staff, investment, and other ad
hoc meetings. In addition, Robert D. Len and April Turch regularly reviews client reports, emails,
and trading, as well as employees’ personal securities transaction and holdings reports. Robert
D. Len and April Turch can be reached at (703) 652-6255.
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