Overview
- Headquarters
- San Francisco, CA
- Average Client Assets
- $3.0 million
- Minimum Account Size
- $500,000
- SEC CRD Number
- 149435
Fee Structure
Primary Fee Schedule (ADV PART 2)
| Min | Max | Marginal Fee Rate |
|---|---|---|
| $0 | $500,000 | 1.00% |
| $500,001 | $1,000,000 | 0.95% |
| $1,000,001 | $2,500,000 | 0.90% |
| $2,500,001 | $5,000,000 | 0.80% |
| $5,000,001 | and above | 0.70% |
Minimum Annual Fee: $2,500
Illustrative Fee Rates
| Total Assets | Annual Fees | Average Fee Rate |
|---|---|---|
| $1 million | $9,750 | 0.98% |
| $5 million | $43,250 | 0.86% |
| $10 million | $78,250 | 0.78% |
| $50 million | $358,250 | 0.72% |
| $100 million | $708,250 | 0.71% |
Clients
- HNW Share of Firm Assets
- 78.20%
- Total Client Accounts
- 451
- Discretionary Accounts
- 448
- Non-Discretionary Accounts
- 3
Services Offered
Services: Financial Planning, Portfolio Management for Individuals, Portfolio Management for Institutional Clients, Pension Consulting, Investment Advisor Selection, Educational Seminars
Regulatory Filings
Primary Brochure: ADV PART 2 (2026-03-23)
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Part 2A of Form ADV: Firm Brochure
Part 2A of Form ADV: Firm Brochure
Item 1: Cover Page
Item 1: Cover Page
March 23, 2026
March 23, 2026
lam. I. 11100
FINANCIAL
INVEST WITH PURPOSE"'
RHS Financial, LLC
RHS Financial, LLC
4171 24th Street, Ste 101
4171 24th Street, Ste 101
San Francisco, CA 94114
San Francisco, CA 94114
www.rhsfinancial.com
www.rhsfinancial.com
Firm Contact:
Firm Contact:
Risley Sams
Risley Sams
Chief Compliance Officer
Chief Compliance Officer
This brochure provides information about the qualifications and business practices of RHS Financial, LLC.
This brochure provides information about the qualifications and business practices of RHS Financial, LLC.
If you have any questions about the contents of this brochure, please contact us by telephone at 415-495-
If you have any questions about the contents of this brochure, please contact us by telephone at 415-495-
2900 or email risley@rhsfinancial.com. The information in this brochure has not been approved or verified
2900 or email risley@rhsfinancial.com. 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.
by the United States Securities and Exchange Commission or by any State Securities Authority.
is available on the SEC's website at
is available on the SEC’s website at
Additional information about RHS Financial, LLC also
information about RHS Financial, LLC also
Additional
www.adviserinfo.sec.gov. The CRD Number for RHS Financial is 149435.
www.adviserinfo.sec.gov. The CRD Number for RHS Financial is 149435.
Please note that the use of the term "registered investment adviser" and description of RHS Financial, LLC
Please note that the use of the term “registered investment adviser” and description of RHS Financial, LLC
and/or our associates as "registered" does not imply a certain level of skill or training. You are encouraged
and/or our associates as “registered” does not imply a certain level of skill or training. You are encouraged
to review this Brochure and Brochure Supplements for our firm's associates who advise you for more
to review this Brochure and Brochure Supplements for our firm’s associates who advise you for more
information on the qualifications of our firm and our employees.
information on the qualifications of our firm and our employees.
Item 2: Material Changes
Item 2:
f. - rial Changes
The Form ADV Part 2a Brochure annual update was previously filed on March 31, 2025 (the "2025
The Form ADV Part 2a Brochure annual update was previously filed on March 31, 2025 (the “2025
Brochure Update"). The following contents of this Item 2 are limited to reflecting material changes to
Brochure Update”). The following contents of this Item 2 are limited to reflecting material changes to
the Form ADV Part 2a Brochure for RHS Financial, LLC ("RHS Financial") since the 2025 Brochure Update.
the Form ADV Part 2a Brochure for RHS Financial, LLC (“RHS Financial”) since the 2025 Brochure Update.
As of March 1, 2026, RHS Financial has undergone significant restructuring resulting in addition of new
As of March 1, 2026, RHS Financial has undergone significant restructuring resulting in addition of new
managers . Prior to the restructuring, RHS Financial was a single-member LLC managed by Risley H.
managers . Prior to the restructuring, RHS Financial was a single-member LLC managed by Risley H.
Sams. Pursuant to the restructuring, RHS Financial is now managed by Risley H. Sams, Colby G. Davis
Sams. Pursuant to the restructuring, RHS Financial is now managed by Risley H. Sams, Colby G. Davis
and Christian Oudard. Our firm's services and offerings will remain the same, only the structure of the
and Christian Oudard. Our firm’s services and offerings will remain the same, only the structure of the
organization has been broadened to allow for more ownership.
organization has been broadened to allow for more ownership.
As of the date of this Firm Brochure, RHS Financial has launched a subadvisory program that is currently
As of the date of this Firm Brochure, RHS Financial has launched a subadvisory program that is currently
partnered with Charles Schwabs' SMA platform. RHS Financial intends to expand this subadvisory
partnered with Charles Schwabs’ SMA platform. RHS Financial intends to expand this subadvisory
program to partner with more SEC-registered investment advisers (RIAs) in the future.
program to partner with more SEC-registered investment advisers (RIAs) in the future.
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Item 3: Table of Contents
Item 3: Table of Contents
Item 1: Cover Page .......................................................................................................................... 1
Item 1: Cover Page
1
Item 2: Material Changes ................................................................................................................ 2
Item 2: Material Changes
2
Item 3: Table of Contents ............................................................................................................... 3
Item 3: Table of Contents
3
Item 4: Advisory Business ............................................................................................................... 4
Item 4: Advisory Business
4
Item 5: Fees & Compensation ......................................................................................................... 5
Item 5: Fees & Compensation
5
Item 6: Performance-Based Fees & Side-By-Side Management .................................................... 7
Item 6: Performance-Based Fees & Side-By-Side Management
7
Item 7: Types of Clients & Account Requirements ......................................................................... 7
Item 7: Types of Clients & Account Requirements
7
Item 8: Methods of Analysis, Investment Strategies & Risk of Loss ............................................... 7
Item 8: Methods of Analysis, Investment Strategies & Risk of Loss
7
8
Item 9: Disciplinary Information ..................................................................................................... 8
Item 9: Disciplinary Information
8
Item 10: Other Financial Industry Activities & Affiliations ............................................................. 8
Item 10: Other Financial Industry Activities & Affiliations
Item 11: Code of Ethics, Participation or Interest in Client Transactions & Personal Trading ....... 8
Item 11: Code of Ethics, Participation or Interest in Client Transactions & Personal Trading
8
Item 12: Brokerage Practices .......................................................................................................... 9
Item 12: Brokerage Practices
9
Item 14: Client Referrals & Other Compensation ......................................................................... 13
Item 14: Client Referrals & Other Compensation
13
Item 15: Custody ........................................................................................................................... 14
Item 15: Custody
14
Item 16: Investment Discretion .................................................................................................... 14
Item 16: Investment Discretion
14
Item 18: Financial Information ..................................................................................................... 15
Item 18: Financial Information
15
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Item 4: Advisory Business
Item 4: Advisory Business
Advisory Firm
Advisory Firm
RHS Financial, LLC has been providing investment advisory services since 2009. Risley Sams is the founder,
RHS Financial, LLC has been providing investment advisory services since 2009. Risley Sams is the founder,
President, a managing member and the majority owner of RHS Financial. Colby Davis and Christian Oudard
President, a managing member and the majority owner of RHS Financial. Colby Davis and Christian Oudard
are both also managing members of RHS Financial.
are both also managing members of RHS Financial.
Risley Sams has been in the financial services industry since 2002 working with the same types of clients
Risley Sams has been in the financial services industry since 2002 working with the same types of clients
as he currently serves at RHS Financial. Risley Sams' background can be found in his Form ADV Part 2B.
as he currently serves at RHS Financial. Risley Sams’ background can be found in his Form ADV Part 2B.
Colby Davis has been an integral part of RHS Financial since 2013 and is the Chief Investment officer and
Colby Davis has been an integral part of RHS Financial since 2013 and is the Chief Investment officer and
Portfolio Manager of RHS. Colby Davis' background can be found in his Form ADV part 2B.
Portfolio Manager of RHS. Colby Davis’ background can be found in his Form ADV part 2B.
Christian Oudard is a computer programmer and has been instrumental in the development of RHS
Christian Oudard is a computer programmer and has been instrumental in the development of RHS
Financials' trading and rebalancing software over many years. Christian does not formulate investment
Financials’ trading and rebalancing software over many years. Christian does not formulate investment
advice for RHS Financial.
advice for RHS Financial.
Advisory Services
Advisory Services
RHS Financial provides asset management and financial planning services under a single agreement.
0 RHS Financial provides asset management and financial planning services under a single agreement.
As of December 31, 2025, RHS Financial has $214,000,000 of assets under management on a discretionary
As of December 31, 2025, RHS Financial has $214,000,000 of assets under management on a discretionary
basis and $9,000,000 of assets under management on a non-discretionary basis.
basis and $9,000,000 of assets under management on a non-discretionary basis.
Advisory services are based on the individual needs of the client. An initial interview and data gathering
Advisory services are based on the individual needs of the client. An initial interview and data gathering
questionnaire is undertaken to determine the client's financial situation and investment objectives, and
questionnaire is undertaken to determine the client's financial situation and investment objectives, and
to give the client the opportunity to impose reasonable restrictions on the management of the account.
to give the client the opportunity to impose reasonable restrictions on the management of the account.
Clients have the ability to leave standing instructions with the Investment Advisor ("IA") Rep to refrain
Clients have the ability to leave standing instructions with the Investment Advisor (“IA”) Rep to refrain
from investing in particular securities or types of securities or invest in limited amounts of securities. The
from investing in particular securities or types of securities or invest in limited amounts of securities. The
IA Rep will contact or attempt to contact the client annually on these matters. It is the client's
IA Rep will contact or attempt to contact the client annually on these matters. It is the client's
responsibility to notify the IA Rep at any time there are changes. Clients may call in at any time during
responsibility to notify the IA Rep at any time there are changes. Clients may call in at any time during
normal business hours to discuss directly with the IA Rep about the client's account, financial situation, or
normal business hours to discuss directly with the IA Rep about the client's account, financial situation, or
investment needs. Clients will receive from the custodian/brokerage firm timely confirmations and at
investment needs. Clients will receive from the custodian/brokerage firm timely confirmations and at
least quarterly statements containing a description of all transactions and all account activity. The client
least quarterly statements containing a description of all transactions and all account activity. The client
will retain rights of ownership of all securities and funds in the account to the same extent as if the client
will retain rights of ownership of all securities and funds in the account to the same extent as if the client
held the securities and funds outside the program. In addition to custodial statements, RHS Financial sends
held the securities and funds outside the program. In addition to custodial statements, RHS Financial sends
quarterly reports to the client. RHS Financial does not participate in wrap fee programs.
quarterly reports to the client. RHS Financial does not participate in wrap fee programs.
Additionally, the Adviser may provide clients receiving Advisory Services with financial planning and
Additionally, the Adviser may provide clients receiving Advisory Services with financial planning and
investment consulting services at no additional charge.
investment consulting services at no additional charge.
In O.2 2025, RHS Financial launched a subadvisory program to provide asset management services to other
In Q2 2025, RHS Financial launched a subadvisory program to provide asset management services to other
registered investment advisers and their clients. Through this program, RHS Financial acts as a sub-adviser,
registered investment advisers and their clients. Through this program, RHS Financial acts as a sub-adviser,
managing investment portfolios according to specific investment strategies RHS Financial has developed
managing investment portfolios according to specific investment strategies RHS Financial has developed
based on the stated objectives of the end client, while the primary financial adviser maintains the direct
based on the stated objectives of the end client, while the primary financial adviser maintains the direct
relationship with the end client. Under this arrangement, RHS Financial will have discretionary authority
relationship with the end client. Under this arrangement, RHS Financial will have discretionary authority
to select securities and execute transactions within the parameters agreed upon with the primary
to select securities and execute transactions within the parameters agreed upon with the primary
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investment adviser. The subadvisory program is designed to offer professional portfolio management
investment adviser. The subadvisory program is designed to offer professional portfolio management
services with customization options to meet the needs of various client types. Clients of the subadvisory
services with customization options to meet the needs of various client types. Clients of the subadvisory
program will receive reporting both from their primary financial adviser and have access to information
program will receive reporting both from their primary financial adviser and have access to information
about our investment strategies and portfolio decisions.
about our investment strategies and portfolio decisions.
RHS Financial provides Financial Plans and Consultations consistent with the individual client's financial
0 RHS Financial provides Financial Plans and Consultations consistent with the individual client's financial
and tax status and risk/reward objectives. Planning may be comprehensive or segmented and focus on
and tax status and risk/reward objectives. Planning may be comprehensive or segmented and focus on
investments, taxes, and/or estate plans. This planning or consulting may encompass Investment Planning,
investments, taxes, and/or estate plans. This planning or consulting may encompass Investment Planning,
Retirement Planning, Estate Planning, Charitable Planning, Education Planning, Corporate and Personal
Retirement Planning, Estate Planning, Charitable Planning, Education Planning, Corporate and Personal
Tax Planning, Cost Segregation Study, Corporate Structure, Real Estate Analysis, Mortgage/Debt Analysis,
Tax Planning, Cost Segregation Study, Corporate Structure, Real Estate Analysis, Mortgage/Debt Analysis,
Insurance Analysis, Lines of Credit Evaluation, or Business and Personal Financial Planning. In general,
Insurance Analysis, Lines of Credit Evaluation, or Business and Personal Financial Planning. In general,
these financial plans are provided for free as long as the client is a participant in RHS Financials' asset
these financial plans are provided for free as long as the client is a participant in RHS Financials’ asset
management program as described above.
management program as described above.
Item 5: Fees & Compensation
Item 5: Fees & Compensation
Fees for our asset management program stated in Item 4: "Advisory Services," are computed at an
Fees for our asset management program stated in Item 4: “Advisory Services,” are computed at an
annualized percentage of assets under management on a sliding scale.
annualized percentage of assets under management on a sliding scale.
Assets Under Management
Assets Under Management
Annual Advisory Fee
Annual Advisory Fee
$0- $500,000
$0- $500,000
$500,000 - $1,000,000
$500,000 - $1,000,000
$1,000,000 - $2,500,000
$1,000,000 - $2,500,000
$2,500,000 - $5,000,000
$2,500,000 - $5,000,000
Over $5,000,000
Over $5,000,000
1.00%
1.00%
0.95%
0.95%
0.90%
0.90%
0.80%
0.80%
0.70%
0.70%
Financial planning and consultation services are available to clients receiving Advisory Services at no
Financial planning and consultation services are available to clients receiving Advisory Services at no
additional cost. Financial planning and consultation services are not available to clients not receiving
additional cost. Financial planning and consultation services are not available to clients not receiving
Advisory Services from RHS Financial.
Advisory Services from RHS Financial.
Our firm's fees are billed on a pro-rata annualized basis quarterly in advance based on the last day of the
Our firm’s fees are billed on a pro-rata annualized basis quarterly in advance based on the last day of the
previous month. You will be billed on the aggregate value of the accounts held at Charles Schwab & Co.
previous month. You will be billed on the aggregate value of the accounts held at Charles Schwab & Co.
Inc. or the aggregate value of the accounts held at Interactive Brokers. The first payment for our asset
Inc. or the aggregate value of the accounts held at Interactive Brokers. The first payment for our asset
management program will be due after assets are placed with the custodian and will be assessed at the
management program will be due after assets are placed with the custodian and will be assessed at the
beginning of the first full month the assets are placed with the custodian. Our firm bills on cash unless
beginning of the first full month the assets are placed with the custodian. Our firm bills on cash unless
otherwise noted in writing. Subsequent payments are due and will be assessed on the first day of each
otherwise noted in writing. Subsequent payments are due and will be assessed on the first day of each
quarter based on the starting month.
quarter based on the starting month.
Fees are negotiable and will be deducted from your managed account. In rare cases, we will agree to
Fees are negotiable and will be deducted from your managed account. In rare cases, we will agree to
direct bill clients. As part of this process, you understand and acknowledge the following:
direct bill clients. As part of this process, you understand and acknowledge the following:
a) Your independent custodian sends statements at least quarterly to you showing the market
a) Your independent custodian sends statements at least quarterly to you showing the market
values for each security included in the Assets and all disbursements in your account including
values for each security included in the Assets and all disbursements in your account including
the amount of the advisory fees paid to us;
the amount of the advisory fees paid to us;
b) You provide authorization permitting us to be directly paid by these terms. We send our
b) You provide authorization permitting us to be directly paid by these terms. We send our
invoice directly to the custodian;
invoice directly to the custodian;
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c)
c)
If we send a copy of our invoice to you, a legend urging you to compare information provided
If we send a copy of our invoice to you, a legend urging you to compare information provided
in our statement with those from the qualified custodian will be included.
in our statement with those from the qualified custodian will be included.
Fees for our subadvisory services will be negotiable per financial adviser that utilizes this service but will
Fees for our subadvisory services will be negotiable per financial adviser that utilizes this service but will
range between 10bps and 45bps. This service will have no minimum investment amount, with fees bided
range between 10bps and 45bps. This service will have no minimum investment amount, with fees billed
quarterly in advance on a pro-rate annualized basis.
quarterly in advance on a pro-rate annualized basis.
Client authorizes the custodian holding client funds and securities to deduct RHS Financial advisory fees
Client authorizes the custodian holding client funds and securities to deduct RHS Financial advisory fees
direct from the client account in accordance with statements prepared and submitted to the custodian by
direct from the client account in accordance with statements prepared and submitted to the custodian by
RHS Financial. The custodian will provide periodic account statements to the client. Such statements will
RHS Financial. The custodian will provide periodic account statements to the client. Such statements will
reflect all fee withdrawals by RHS Financial. Our firm suggests that clients periodically check the accuracy
reflect all fee withdrawals by RHS Financial. Our firm suggests that clients periodically check the accuracy
of fee calculations, but it is ultimately the responsibility of RHS Financial to properly calculate the fees we
of fee calculations, but it is ultimately the responsibility of RHS Financial to properly calculate the fees we
charge. The custodian will not determine whether the fee is properly calculated.
charge. The custodian will not determine whether the fee is properly calculated.
Clients will incur transaction charges for trades executed in their accounts. These transaction fees are
Clients will incur transaction charges for trades executed in their accounts. These transaction fees are
separate from our firm's advisory fees and will be disclosed by the chosen custodian. Charles Schwab &
separate from our firm’s advisory fees and will be disclosed by the chosen custodian. Charles Schwab &
Co., Inc. ("Schwab") does not charge transaction fees for U.S. listed equities and exchange traded funds.
Co., Inc. (“Schwab”) does not charge transaction fees for U.S. listed equities and exchange traded funds.
Clients may also pay charges imposed directly by a mutual fund, index fund, or exchange traded fund,
Clients may also pay charges imposed directly by a mutual fund, index fund, or exchange traded fund,
which shall be disclosed in the fund's prospectus (i.e., fund management fees, initial or deferred sales
which shall be disclosed in the fund’s prospectus (i.e., fund management fees, initial or deferred sales
charges, mutual fund sales loads, 12b-1 fees, surrender charges, variable annuity fees, IRA and qualified
charges, mutual fund sales loads, 12b-1 fees, surrender charges, variable annuity fees, IRA and qualified
retirement plan fees, and other fund expenses). Our firm does not receive a portion of these fees.
retirement plan fees, and other fund expenses). Our firm does not receive a portion of these fees.
Fees are not collected for services to be performed more than six months in advance.
Fees are not collected for services to be performed more than six months in advance.
For our asset management program, services will continue until either party terminates the Agreement
For our asset management program, services will continue until either party terminates the Agreement
with written notice.
with written notice.
If termination occurs prior to the end of a calendar quarter, a pro-rata refund of unearned fees will be
If termination occurs prior to the end of a calendar quarter, a pro-rata refund of unearned fees will be
made to the client. Management fees shall not be prorated for each capital contribution or withdrawal
made to the client. Management fees shall not be prorated for each capital contribution or withdrawal
made during applicable calendar quarter.
made during applicable calendar quarter.
For Financial Plans and Consultations, the client may terminate the Agreement at any time and a refund
For Financial Plans and Consultations, the client may terminate the Agreement at any time and a refund
of the unearned fees will be made based on the flat fee charged and the actual term and scope of the
of the unearned fees will be made based on the flat fee charged and the actual term and scope of the
engagement. The Agreement for Financial Plans and Consultations terminates upon delivery of the plan
engagement. The Agreement for Financial Plans and Consultations terminates upon delivery of the plan
or services. At this time no refunds will be made.
or services. At this time no refunds will be made.
The Advisory Agreement contains a pre-dispute arbitration clause. Client understands that the agreement
The Advisory Agreement contains a pre-dispute arbitration clause. Client understands that the agreement
to arbitrate does not constitute a waiver of the right to seek a judicial forum where such a waiver would
to arbitrate does not constitute a waiver of the right to seek a judicial forum where such a waiver would
be void under the federal securities laws. Arbitration is final and binding on the parties.
be void under the federal securities laws. Arbitration is final and binding on the parties.
Item 6: Performance-Based Fees & Side-By-Side Management
Item 6: Performance-Based Fees & Side-By-Side Management
RHS Financial does not charge performance-based fees, which are based on capital gains in the client
RHS Financial does not charge performance-based fees, which are based on capital gains in the client
account.
account.
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Item 7: Types of Clients & Account Requirements
RHS Financial provides advisory services to individuals, charitable organizations, other ERISA accounts,
RHS Financial provides advisory services to individuals, charitable organizations, other ERISA accounts,
trusts, estates, and business entities.
trusts, estates, and business entities.
Generally, the minimum account size is $500,000, subject to a minimum annual fee of at least $2,500
Generally, the minimum account size is $500,000, subject to a minimum annual fee of at least $2,500
annually. The minimum fee would increase the maximum percentage rate paid on smaller accounts to
annually. The minimum fee would increase the maximum percentage rate paid on smaller accounts to
more than 1% annualized as shown on the standard fee schedule. However, in no case would the fee
more than 1% annualized as shown on the standard fee schedule. However, in no case would the fee
exceed 2% per year. Multiple accounts from the same client may be aggregated into a "household" to
exceed 2% per year. Multiple accounts from the same client may be aggregated into a “household” to
meet the account minimum stated above. Our firm can waive or discount minimum fees and account
meet the account minimum stated above. Our firm can waive or discount minimum fees and account
requirements at its sole discretion.
requirements at its sole discretion.
Item 8: Methods of Analysis, Investment Strategies & Risk of Loss
Item 8: Methods of Analysis, Investment Strategies & Risk of Loss
Investing in securities involves the risk of loss that client should be prepared to bear. Analysis utilized by
Investing in securities involves the risk of loss that client should be prepared to bear. Analysis utilized by
RHS Financial includes charting, fundamental, technical, and cyclical. RHS Financial uses asset allocation
RHS Financial includes charting, fundamental, technical, and cyclical. RHS Financial uses asset allocation
strategies for portfolio management strategy.
strategies for portfolio management strategy.
By its nature, financial planning looks to the long-term. After the client's short-term cash needs and
By its nature, financial planning looks to the long-term. After the client's short-term cash needs and
emergency fund is evaluated, investment strategies are designed to help the client achieve his or her
emergency fund is evaluated, investment strategies are designed to help the client achieve his or her
financial goals. Casualty insurance (e.g. homeowner's, auto, liability, etc.) is reviewed only at the client's
financial goals. Casualty insurance (e.g. homeowner's, auto, liability, etc.) is reviewed only at the client's
request, and would be provided by an outside casualty firm.
request, and would be provided by an outside casualty firm.
While there is risk in all investments, some carry a greater degree of risk or higher costs. There is no
While there is risk in all investments, some carry a greater degree of risk or higher costs. There is no
guarantee that the investment strategy selected for the client will result in the client's goals being rnet,
guarantee that the investment strategy selected for the client will result in the client’s goals being met,
nor is there any guarantee of profit or protection from loss. For those investments sold by prospectus,
nor is there any guarantee of profit or protection from loss. For those investments sold by prospectus,
clients should read the prospectus in full.
clients should read the prospectus in full.
RHS Financial is disclosingthose risks and opportunities for our investment strategy or for particulartypes
RHS Financial is disclosing those risks and opportunities for our investment strategy or for particular types
of securities used.
of securities used.
Debt securities are subject to interest rate risk.
• Debt securities are subject to interest rate risk.
Stock investments, individual securities and Mutual Funds.
• Stock investments, individual securities and Mutual Funds.
High yield securities are corporate debt securities rated below investment grade...
• High yield securities are corporate debt securities rated below investment grade...
By timing the buys and sells, we endeavor to control the risks. Timing the markets has its own set
• By timing the buys and sells, we endeavor to control the risks. Timing the markets has its own set
of risks and can have both positive and negative effects on performance.
of risks and can have both positive and negative effects on performance.
There are tax consequences for short-term trading wherein capital gains are taxed as ordinary
• There are tax consequences for short-term trading wherein capital gains are taxed as ordinary
income.
income.
Our investment style is a diversified approach based on asset allocation, however, as there is risks
• Our investment style is a diversified approach based on asset allocation, however, as there is risks
in all investments it is impossible to diversify away market risk.
in all investments it is impossible to diversify away market risk.
Auction Rate Securities are floating rate debt securities (long-term variable-rate corporate or
• Auction Rate Securities are floating rate debt securities (long-term variable-rate corporate or
municipal bonds) tied to short-term interest rates. ARS have a long-term nominal maturity with
municipal bonds) tied to short-term interest rates. ARS have a long-term nominal maturity with
interest rates reset through an auction process ("Dutch auction")
interest rates reset through an auction process (“Dutch auction”)
Structured products are a basket of investments that combine the upside potential of equity with
• Structured products area basket of investments that combine the upside potential of equity with
the downside protections of fixed income. Structured products are complex and difficult for the
the downside protections of fixed income. Structured products are complex and difficult for the
average investor to understand. Structured products are used to hedge and speculate and also
average investor to understand. Structured products are used to hedge and speculate and also
pose a risk to principal.
pose a risk to principal.
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Item 9: Disciplinary Information
Item 9: Disciplinary Information
An investment advisor must disclose material facts about any legal or disciplinary event that is material
An investment advisor must disclose material facts about any legal or disciplinary event that is material
to a client's evaluation of the advisory business or of the integrity of its management personnel. RHS
to a client’s evaluation of the advisory business or of the integrity of its management personnel. RHS
Financial does not have any disclosure items.
Financial does not have any disclosure items.
Item 10: Other Financial Industry Activities & Affiliations
Item 10: Other Financial Industry Activities & Affiliations
Our firm is not registered, nor does it have an application pending to register, as a broker-dealer,
Our firm is not registered, nor does it have an application pending to register, as a broker-dealer,
registered representative of a broker dealer, investment company or pooled investment vehicle, other
registered representative of a broker dealer, investment company or pooled investment vehicle, other
investment adviser or financial planner, futures commission merchant, commodity pool operator,
investment adviser or financial planner, futures commission merchant, commodity pool operator,
commodity trading advisor, banking or thrift institution, accountant or accounting firm, lawyer or law
commodity trading advisor, banking or thrift institution, accountant or accounting firm, lawyer or law
firm, insurance company or agency, pension consultant, real estate broker or dealer or a sponsor or
firm, insurance company or agency, pension consultant, real estate broker or dealer or a sponsor or
syndicator of limited partnership, or an associated person of the foregoing entities.
syndicator of limited partnership, or an associated person of the foregoing entities.
Item 11: Code of Ethics, Participation or Interest in Client Transactions & Personal Trading
Item 11: Code of Ethics, Participation or Interest in Client Transactions & Personal Trading
Code of Ethics
Code of Ethics
RHS Financial maintains a Code of Ethics. The Code of Ethics sets forth standards of conduct expected of
RHS Financial maintains a Code of Ethics. The Code of Ethics sets forth standards of conduct expected of
advisory personnel; requires compliance with federal securities laws; and, addresses conflicts that arise
advisory personnel; requires compliance with federal securities laws; and, addresses conflicts that arise
from personal trading by advisory personnel. The Code of Ethics includes provisions relating to the
from personal trading by advisory personnel. The Code of Ethics includes provisions relating to the
confidentiality of client information, a prohibition on insider trading, a prohibition of rumor mongering,
confidentiality of client information, a prohibition on insider trading, a prohibition of rumor mongering,
restrictions on the acceptance of significant gifts and the reporting of certain gifts and business
restrictions on the acceptance of significant gifts and the reporting of certain gifts and business
entertainment items, and personal securities trading procedures, among other things. All supervised
entertainment items, and personal securities trading procedures, among other things. All supervised
persons at RHS Financial must acknowledge the terms of the Code of Ethics annually, or as amended.
persons at RHS Financial must acknowledge the terms of the Code of Ethics annually, or as amended.
Clients may request a copy of the Code of Ethics.
Clients may request a copy of the Code of Ethics.
Participation or Interest in Client Transactions
Participation or Interest in Client Transactions
Neither our firm nor a related person recommends, buys or sells for client accounts, securities in which
Neither our firm nor a related person recommends, buys or sells for client accounts, securities in which
our firm or a related person has a material financial interest without prior disclosure to the client.
our firm or a related person has a material financial interest without prior disclosure to the client.
Personal Trading
Personal Trading
At times RHS Financial and/or its IA Reps may take positions in the same securities as clients, and we will
At times RHS Financial and/or its IA Reps may take positions in the same securities as clients, and we will
try to avoid conflicts with clients. The firm and its IA Reps will generally be "last in" and "last out" for the
try to avoid conflicts with clients. The firm and its IA Reps will generally be “last in” and “last out” for the
trading day when trading occurs in close proximity to client trades. We will not violate our fiduciary
trading day when trading occurs in close proximity to client trades. We will not violate our fiduciary
responsibilities to our clients. Scalping (trading shortly ahead of clients) is prohibited. Should a conflict
responsibilities to our clients. Scalping (trading shortly ahead of clients) is prohibited. Should a conflict
occur because of materiality (i.e. a thinly traded stock), disclosure will be made to the client(s) at the time
occur because of materiality (i.e. a thinly traded stock), disclosure will be made to the client(s) at the time
of trading. Incidental trading not deemed to be a conflict (i.e. a purchase or sale which is minimal in
of trading. Incidental trading not deemed to be a conflict (i.e. a purchase or sale which is minimal in
relation to the total outstanding value, and as such would have negligible effect on the market price),
relation to the total outstanding value, and as such would have negligible effect on the market price),
would not be disclosed at the time of trading.
would not be disclosed at the time of trading.
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Item 12: Brokerage Practices
Item 12: Brokerage Practices
Selection or Recommendation of Broker/Dealers
Selection or Recommendation of Broker/Dealers
Custodian & Brokers Used
Custodian & Brokers Used
Our firm does not maintain custody of client assets (although our firm may be deemed to have custody of
Our firm does not maintain custody of client assets (although our firm may be deemed to have custody of
client assets if give the authority to withdraw assets from client accounts. See Item 15 Custody, below).
client assets if give the authority to withdraw assets from client accounts. See Item 15 Custody, below).
Client assets must be maintained in an account at a "qualified custodian," generally a broker-dealer or
Client assets must be maintained in an account at a “qualified custodian,” generally a broker-dealer or
bank. Custodians will hold client assets in a brokerage account and buy and sell securities when instructed.
bank. Custodians will hold client assets in a brokerage account and buy and sell securities when instructed.
Two Custodians provide institutional brokerage services to our firm and to our clients:
Two Custodians provide institutional brokerage services to our firm and to our clients:
The Schwab Advisor Services division of Charles Schwab & Co. Inc. (“Charles Schwab”), a FINRA-
The Schwab Advisor Services division of Charles Schwab & Co. Inc. ("Charles Schwab"), a FINRA-
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registered broker-dealer, member SIPC; or
registered broker-dealer, member SIPC; or
The institutional services of Interactive Brokers LLC, a division of Interactive Brokers Group, Inc.
The institutional services of Interactive Brokers LLC, a division of Interactive Brokers Group, Inc.
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("Interactive Brokers") member FINRA/SIPC.
(“Interactive Brokers”) member FINRA/SIPC.
Our firm is independently owned and operated and is not affiliated with Charles Schwab or Interactive
Our firm is independently owned and operated and is not affiliated with Charles Schwab or Interactive
Brokers (herein "Custodians"). Clients may decide to open an account with one of the Custodians by
Brokers (herein “Custodians”). Clients may decide to open an account with one of the Custodians by
entering into an account agreement directly with them. Our firm does not open the account.
entering into an account agreement directly with them. Our firm does not open the account.
Even though the account is maintained by the Custodians, our firm can still use other brokers to execute
Even though the account is maintained by the Custodians, our firm can still use other brokers to execute
trades, as described in the next paragraph.
trades, as described in the next paragraph.
How Brokers/Custodians Are Selected
How Brokers/Custodians Are Selected
Our firm seeks to recommend a custodian/broker who will hold client assets and execute transactions on
Our firm seeks to recommend a custodian/broker who will hold client assets and execute transactions on
terms that are overall most advantageous when compared to other available providers and their services.
terms that are overall most advantageous when compared to other available providers and their services.
A wide range of factors are considered, including, but not limited to:
A wide range of factors are considered, including, but not limited to:
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reputation, financial strength and stability of the provider
reputation, financial strength and stability of the provider
competitiveness of the price of t services (commission rates, margin interest rates, other fees,
competitiveness of the price of t services (commission rates, margin interest rates, other fees,
etc.) and willingness to negotiate combination of transaction execution services along with asset
etc.) and willingness to negotiate combination of transaction execution services along with asset
custody services (generally without a separate fee for custody)
custody services (generally without a separate fee for custody)
capability to execute, clear and settle trades (buy and sell securities for client accounts)
capability to execute, clear and settle trades (buy and sell securities for client accounts)
capability to facilitate transfers and payments to and from accounts (wire transfers, check
capability to facilitate transfers and payments to and from accounts (wire transfers, check
requests, bill payment, etc.)
requests, bill payment, etc.)
breadth of investment products made available (stocks, bonds, mutual funds, exchange traded
breadth of investment products made available (stocks, bonds, mutual funds, exchange traded
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funds (ETFs), etc.)
funds (ETFs), etc.)
availability of investment research and tools that assist in making investment decisions quality of
• availability of investment research and tools that assist in making investment decisions quality of
services
services
prior service to our firm and our other clients
• prior service to our firm and our other clients
availability of other products and services that benefit our firm, as discussed below (see “Products
• availability of other products and services that benefit our firm, as discussed below (see "Products
& Services Available from The Custodians")
& Services Available from The Custodians”)
Products & Services Available from the Custodians
Products & Services Available from the Custodians
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Schwab Advisor Services and the institutional services of Interactive Brokers LLC are the Custodians’
Schwab Advisor Services and the institutional services of Interactive Brokers LLC are the Custodians'
businesses serving independent investment advisory firms like our firm. They provide our firm and clients
businesses serving independent investment advisory firms like our firm. They provide our firm and clients
with access to its institutional brokerage – trading, custody, reporting and related services – many of
with access to its institutional brokerage — trading, custody, reporting and related services — many of
which are not typically available to either custodian’s retail customers. The Custodians also make available
which are not typically available to either custodian's retail customers. The Custodians also make available
various support services. Some of those services help manages or administer our client accounts while
various support services. Some of those services help manages or administer our client accounts while
others help manage and grow our business. Custodians’ support services are generally available on an
others help manage and grow our business. Custodians' support services are generally available on an
unsolicited basis (our firm does not have to request them) and at no charge to our firm. The availability of
unsolicited basis (our firm does not have to request them) and at no charge to our firm. The availability of
the Custodians products and services are not based on the provision of particular investment advice, such
the Custodians products and services are not based on the provision of particular investment advice, such
as purchasing particular securities for clients. Here is a more detailed description of the Custodians’
as purchasing particular securities for clients. Here is a more detailed description of the Custodians'
support services:
support services:
Services that Benefit Clients
Services that Benefit Clients
The Custodians’ institutional brokerage services include access to a broad range of investment products,
The Custodians' institutional brokerage services include access to a broad range of investment products,
execution of securities transactions, and custody of client assets. The investment products available
execution of securities transactions, and custody of client assets. The investment products available
through these programs include some to which our firm might not otherwise have access or that would
through these programs include some to which our firm might not otherwise have access or that would
require a significantly higher minimum initial investment by firm clients. The Custodians’ services
require a significantly higher minimum initial investment by firm clients. The Custodians' services
described in this paragraph generally benefit clients and their accounts.
described in this paragraph generally benefit clients and their accounts.
Services that May Not Directly Benefit Clients
Services that May Not Directly Benefit Clients
The Custodians also make available other products and services that benefit our firm but may not directly
The Custodians also make available other products and services that benefit our firm but may not directly
benefit clients or their accounts. These products and services assist in managing and administering our
benefit clients or their accounts. These products and services assist in managing and administering our
client accounts. They include investment research, both proprietary to each custodian and that of third
client accounts. They include investment research, both proprietary to each custodian and that of third
parties. This research may be used to service all or some substantial number of client accounts, including
parties. This research may be used to service all or some substantial number of client accounts, including
accounts not maintained by either of the Custodians. In addition to investment research, the Custodians
accounts not maintained by either of the Custodians. In addition to investment research, the Custodians
also make available software and other technology that:
also make available software and other technology that:
provides access to client account data (such as duplicate trade confirmations and account
provides access to client account data (such as duplicate trade confirmations and account
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statements);
statements);
facilitates trade execution and allocate aggregated trade orders for multiple client accounts;
facilitates trade execution and allocate aggregated trade orders for multiple client accounts;
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provides pricing and other market data;
provides pricing and other market data;
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facilitates payment of our fees from our clients’ accounts; and
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facilitates payment of our fees from our clients' accounts; and
assists with back-office functions, recordkeeping and client reporting.
assists with back-office functions, recordkeeping and client reporting.
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Services that Generally Benefit Only Our Firm
Services that Generally Benefit Only Our Firm
The Custodians also offer other services intended to help manage and further develop our business
The Custodians also offer other services intended to help manage and further develop our business
enterprise. These services include:
enterprise. These services include:
educational conferences and events
educational conferences and events
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technology, compliance, legal, and business consulting;
technology, compliance, legal, and business consulting;
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publications and conferences on practice management and business succession; and
publications and conferences on practice management and business succession; and
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access to employee benefits providers, human capital consultants and insurance providers.
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access to employee benefits providers, human capital consultants and insurance providers.
The Custodians may provide some of these services. In other cases, the Custodians will arrange for third-
The Custodians may provide some of these services. In other cases, the Custodians will arrange for third-
party vendors to provide the services to our firm. The Custodians may also discount or waive fees for some
party vendors to provide the services to our firm. The Custodians may also discount or waive fees for some
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of these services or pay all or a part of a third party’s fees. The Custodians may also provide our firm with
of these services or pay all or a part of a third party's fees. The Custodians may also provide our firm with
other benefits, such as occasional business entertainment for our personnel.
other benefits, such as occasional business entertainment for our personnel.
Irrespective of direct or indirect benefits to our clients through the Custodians, our firm strives to enhance
Irrespective of direct or indirect benefits to our clients through the Custodians, our firm strives to enhance
the client experience, help clients reach their goals and put client interests before that of our firm and
the client experience, help clients reach their goals and put client interests before that of our firm and
associated persons.
associated persons.
Our Interest in The Custodians’ Services.
Our Interest in The Custodians' Services.
The availability of these services from the Custodians benefits our firm because our firm does not have to
The availability of these services from the Custodians benefits our firm because our firm does not have to
produce or purchase them. Our firm does not have to pay for these services, and they are not contingent
produce or purchase them. Our firm does not have to pay for these services, and they are not contingent
upon committing any specific amount of business to the Custodians in trading commissions or assets in
upon committing any specific amount of business to the Custodians in trading commissions or assets in
custody.
custody.
In light of our arrangements with the Custodians, a conflict of interest exists as our firm may have incentive
In light of our arrangements with the Custodians, a conflict of interest exists as our firm may have incentive
to require that clients maintain their accounts with the Custodians based on our interest in receiving the
to require that clients maintain their accounts with the Custodians based on our interest in receiving the
Custodians’ services that benefit our firm rather than based on client interest in receiving the best value
Custodians' services that benefit our firm rather than based on client interest in receiving the best value
in custody services and the most favorable execution of transactions. As part of our fiduciary duty to our
in custody services and the most favorable execution of transactions. As part of our fiduciary duty to our
clients, our firm will endeavor at all times to put the interests of our clients first. Clients should be aware,
clients, our firm will endeavor at all times to put the interests of our clients first. Clients should be aware,
however, that the receipt of economic benefits by our firm or our related persons creates a potential
however, that the receipt of economic benefits by our firm or our related persons creates a potential
conflict of interest and may indirectly influence our firm’s choice of the Custodians as a custodial
conflict of interest and may indirectly influence our firm's choice of the Custodians as a custodial
recommendation. Our firm examined this potential conflict of interest when our firm chose to recommend
recommendation. Our firm examined this potential conflict of interest when our firm chose to recommend
the Custodians and has determined that the recommendation is in the best interest of our firm’s clients
the Custodians and has determined that the recommendation is in the best interest of our firm's clients
and satisfies our fiduciary obligations, including our duty to seek best execution.
and satisfies our fiduciary obligations, including our duty to seek best execution.
In seeking best execution, the determinative factor is not the lowest possible cost, but whether the
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-
transaction represents the best qualitative execution, taking into consideration the full range of a broker-
dealer’s services, including the value of research provided, execution capability, commission rates, and
dealer's services, including the value of research provided, execution capability, commission rates, and
responsiveness. Although our firm will seek competitive rates, to the benefit of all clients, our firm may
responsiveness. Although our firm will seek competitive rates, to the benefit of all clients, our firm may
not necessarily obtain the lowest possible commission rates for specific client account transactions. Our
not necessarily obtain the lowest possible commission rates for specific client account transactions. Our
firm believes that the selection of the Charles Schwab or Interactive Brokers as a custodian and broker is
firm believes that the selection of the Charles Schwab or Interactive Brokers as a custodian and broker is
often in the best interest of our clients. This is primarily supported by the scope, quality and price of both
often in the best interest of our clients. This is primarily supported by the scope, quality and price of both
custodians’ suite of services, and not solely the Custodians’ services that only benefit our firm.
custodians' suite of services, and not solely the Custodians' services that only benefit our firm.
Custody & Brokerage Costs
Custody & Brokerage Costs
The Custodians generally do not charge separately for custodial services but are compensated by charging
The Custodians generally do not charge separately for custodial services but are compensated by charging
commissions or other fees to clients on trades that are executed or that settle into the Custodians’
commissions or other fees to clients on trades that are executed or that settle into the Custodians'
account. For some accounts, the Custodians may charge client accounts a percentage of the dollar number
account. For some accounts, the Custodians may charge client accounts a percentage of the dollar number
of assets in the account in lieu of commissions. The Custodians’ commission rates and/or asset-based fees
of assets in the account in lieu of commissions. The Custodians' commission rates and/or asset-based fees
applicable to client accounts were negotiated based on our firm’s commitment to maintain a minimum
applicable to client accounts were negotiated based on our firm's commitment to maintain a minimum
threshold of assets statement equity in accounts at the Custodians. This commitment benefits clients
threshold of assets statement equity in accounts at the Custodians. This commitment benefits clients
because the overall commission rates and/or asset-based fees paid are lower than they would be if our
because the overall commission rates and/or asset-based fees paid are lower than they would be if our
firm had not made the commitment. In addition to commissions or asset-based fees, the Custodians
firm had not made the commitment. In addition to commissions or asset-based fees, the Custodians
charge a flat dollar amount as a “prime broker” or “trade away” fee for each trade that our firm has
charge a flat dollar amount as a "prime broker" or "trade away" fee for each trade that our firm has
executed by a different broker-dealer but where the securities bought or the funds from the securities
executed by a different broker-dealer but where the securities bought or the funds from the securities
sold are deposited (settled) into one of the Custodians’ accounts. These fees are in addition to the
sold are deposited (settled) into one of the Custodians' accounts. These fees are in addition to the
commissions or other compensation paid to the executing broker-dealer. Because of this, in order to
commissions or other compensation paid to the executing broker-dealer. Because of this, in order to
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minimize client trading costs, our firm has one of the Custodians execute most trades for our clients’
minimize client trading costs, our firm has one of the Custodians execute most trades for our clients'
accounts.
accou nts.
Client Brokerage Commissions
Client Brokerage Commissions
The Custodians do not make client brokerage commissions generated by client transactions available for
The Custodians do not make client brokerage commissions generated by client transactions available for
our firm’s use.
our firm's use.
Client Transactions in Return for Soft Dollars
Client Transactions in Return for Soft Dollars
Our firm does not direct client transactions to a particular broker-dealer in return for soft dollar benefits.
Our firm does not direct client transactions to a particular broker-dealer in return for soft dollar benefits.
Brokerage for Client Referrals
Brokerage for Client Referrals
Our firm does not receive brokerage for client referrals.
Our firm does not receive brokerage for client referrals.
Directed Brokerage
Directed Brokerage
Our firm and firm’s representatives have no discretional authority to direct order execution among
Our firm and firm's representatives have no discretional authority to direct order execution among
custodians or broker dealers; execution details include but are not limited to commission rates, time
custodians or broker dealers; execution details include but are not limited to commission rates, time
constraints, and volume considerations.
constraints, and volume considerations.
Our firm routinely recommends that clients direct us to execute through a specified broker-dealer. Our
Our firm routinely recommends that clients direct us to execute through a specified broker-dealer. Our
firm often recommends use of Charles Schwab or Interactive Brokers.
firm often recommends use of Charles Schwab or Interactive Brokers.
Client-Directed Brokerage
Client-Directed Brokerage
Our firm allows clients to direct brokerage outside our recommendation. Our firm may be unable to
Our firm allows clients to direct brokerage outside our recommendation. Our firm may be unable to
achieve the most favorable execution of client transactions. Client directed brokerage may cost clients
achieve the most favorable execution of client transactions. Client directed brokerage may cost clients
more money. For example, in a directed brokerage account, clients may pay higher brokerage
more money. For example, in a directed brokerage account, clients may pay higher brokerage
commissions because our firm may not be able to aggregate orders to reduce transaction costs, or clients
commissions because our firm may not be able to aggregate orders to reduce transaction costs, or clients
may receive less favorable prices.
may receive less favorable prices.
Aggregation of Purchase or Sale
Aggregation of Purchase or Sale
Our firm provides investment management services for various clients. At times, portfolio transactions
Our firm provides investment management services for various clients. At times, portfolio transactions
may be executed as part of concurrent authorizations to purchase or sell the same security for numerous
may be executed as part of concurrent authorizations to purchase or sell the same security for numerous
accounts served by our firm., Although concurrent authorizations could potentially be advantageous or
accounts served by our firm., Although concurrent authorizations could potentially be advantageous or
disadvantageous to any one or more particular accounts, they are executed only when our firm believes
disadvantageous to any one or more particular accounts, they are executed only when our firm believes
that doing so is best interests of the represented accounts. When concurrent authorizations occur, the
that doing so is best interests of the represented accounts. When concurrent authorizations occur, the
objective is to allocate executions in a manner which is deemed equitable to accounts involved. Our firm
objective is to allocate executions in a manner which is deemed equitable to accounts involved. Our firm
attempts to allocate trade executions in the most equitable manner possible, using price averaging,
attempts to allocate trade executions in the most equitable manner possible, using price averaging,
proration, and consistent non-arbitrary methods of allocation.
proration, and consistent non-arbitrary methods of allocation.
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Item 13: Review of Accounts or Financial Plans
Item 13: Review of Accounts or Financial Plans
Our asset management program accounts are reviewed at a minimum of once per quarter. Market
Our asset management program accounts are reviewed at a minimum of once per quarter. Market
conditions that might cause a wide variance in the specified asset allocation, or other factors could cause
conditions that might cause a wide variance in the specified asset allocation, or other factors could cause
a more frequent review.
a more frequent review.
The financial plan is a snapshot in time and no ongoing reviews are conducted. We recommend clients
The financial plan is a snapshot in time and no ongoing reviews are conducted. We recommend clients
engage us on an annual basis to update the financial plan.
engage us on an annual basis to update the financial plan.
All clients receive standard account statements from investment sponsors and brokerage firms. Our asset
All clients receive standard account statements from investment sponsors and brokerage firms. Our asset
management program clients receive a written quarterly performance report from RHS Financial.
management program clients receive a written quarterly performance report from RHS Financial.
Financial Plans and Consultations clients do not receive reviews of their written plans unless they take
Financial Plans and Consultations clients do not receive reviews of their written plans unless they take
action to schedule a financial consultation with us. Our firm does not provide ongoing services to financial
action to schedule a financial consultation with us. Our firm does not provide ongoing services to financial
planning clients, but are willing to meet with such clients upon their request to discuss updates to their
planning clients, but are willing to meet with such clients upon their request to discuss updates to their
plans, changes in their circumstances, etc. Financial Planning clients do not receive written or verbal
plans, changes in their circumstances, etc. Financial Planning clients do not receive written or verbal
updated reports regarding their financial plans unless they separately engage our firm for a post-financial
updated reports regarding their financial plans unless they separately engage our firm for a post-financial
plan meeting or update to their initial written financial plan.
plan meeting or update to their initial written financial plan.
Item 14: Client Referrals & Other Compensation
Item 14: Client Referrals & Other Compensation
Schwab & Interactive Brokers
Schwab & Interactive Brokers
Our firm receives economic benefit from the Custodians in the form of the support products and services
Our firm receives economic benefit from the Custodians in the form of the support products and services
made available to our firm and other independent investment advisors that have their clients maintain
made available to our firm and other independent investment advisors that have their clients maintain
accounts with the Custodians. These products and services, how they benefit out firm, and the related
accounts with the Custodians. These products and services, how they benefit out firm, and the related
conflicts of interest are described above (see Item 12 — Brokerage Practices). The availability of the
conflicts of interest are described above (see Item 12 – Brokerage Practices). The availability of the
Custodians' products and services are not based on our firm giving particular investment advice, such as
Custodians’ products and services are not based on our firm giving particular investment advice, such as
buying particular securities for our clients.
buying particular securities for our clients.
Referral Fees Received
Referral Fees Received
In accordance with Rule 206 (4)-1 of the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, our firm may provide cash or
In accordance with Rule 206 (4)-1 of the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, our firm may provide cash or
non-cash compensation directly or indirectly to unaffiliated persons for testimonials or endorsements
non-cash compensation directly or indirectly to unaffiliated persons for testimonials or endorsements
(which include client referrals). Such compensation arrangements will not result in higher costs to the
(which include client referrals). Such compensation arrangements will not result in higher costs to the
referred client. In this regard, our firm maintains a written agreement with each unaffiliated person that
referred client. In this regard, our firm maintains a written agreement with each unaffiliated person that
is compensated for testimonials or endorsements in an aggregate amount of $1,000 or more (or the
is compensated for testimonials or endorsements in an aggregate amount of $1,000 or more (or the
equivalent value in non-cash compensation) over a trailing 12-month period in compliance with Rule 206
equivalent value in non-cash compensation) over a trailing 12-month period in compliance with Rule 206
(4)-1 of the Investment Advisers Act of 1940 and applicable state and federal laws. The following
(4)-1 of the Investment Advisers Act of 1940 and applicable state and federal laws. The following
information will be disclosed dearly and prominently to referred prospective clients at the time of each
information will be disclosed clearly and prominently to referred prospective clients at the time of each
testimonial or endorsement:
testimonial or endorsement:
• Whether or not the unaffiliated person is a current client of our firm,
• Whether or not the unaffiliated person is a current client of our firm,
• A description of the cash or non-cash compensation provided directly or indirectly by our firm to
• A description of the cash or non-cash compensation provided directly or indirectly by our firm to
the unaffiliated person in exchange for the referral, if applicable, and
the unaffiliated person in exchange for the referral, if applicable, and
• A brief statement of any material conflicts of interest on the part of the unaffiliated person giving
• A brief statement of any material conflicts of interest on the part of the unaffiliated person giving
the referral resulting from our firm's relationship with such unaffiliated person.
the referral resulting from our firm’s relationship with such unaffiliated person.
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In cases where state law requires licensure of solicitors, our firm ensures that no solicitation fees are paid
In cases where state law requires licensure of solicitors, our firm ensures that no solicitation fees are paid
unless the solicitor is registered as an investment adviser representative of our firm. If our firm is paying
unless the solicitor is registered as an investment adviser representative of our firm. If our firm is paying
solicitation fees to another registered investment adviser, the licensure of individuals is the other firm's
solicitation fees to another registered investment adviser, the licensure of individuals is the other firm’s
responsibility.
responsibility.
Item 15: Custody
Item 15: Custody
Our firm does not maintain physical custody of client assets (which are maintained by a qualified
Our firm does not maintain physical custody of client assets (which are maintained by a qualified
custodian, as discussed above), however we are deemed to have custody of certain client assets if given
custodian, as discussed above), however we are deemed to have custody of certain client assets if given
the authority to withdraw assets from client accounts, as described below under "Third Party Money
the authority to withdraw assets from client accounts, as described below under “Third Party Money
Movement." All our clients receive account statements directly from their qualified custodian(s) at least
Movement.” All our clients receive account statements directly from their qualified custodian(s) at least
quarterly upon opening of an account. We urge our clients to carefully review these statements. If our
quarterly upon opening of an account. We urge our clients to carefully review these statements. If our
firm decides to send its own account statements to clients, such statements will include a legend that
firm decides to send its own account statements to clients, such statements will include a legend that
recommends the client compare the account statements received from the qualified custodian with those
recommends the client compare the account statements received from the qualified custodian with those
received from our firm.
received from our firm.
Third Party Money Movement:
Third Party Money Movement:
The SEC issued a no-action letter ("Letter") with respect to the Rule 206(4)-2 ("Custody Rule") under the
The SEC issued a no‐action letter (“Letter”) with respect to the Rule 206(4)‐2 (“Custody Rule”) under the
Investment Advisers Act of 1940 ("Advisers Act"). The letter provided guidance on the Custody Rule as
Investment Advisers Act of 1940 (“Advisers Act”). The letter provided guidance on the Custody Rule as
well as clarified that an adviser who has the power to disburse client funds to a third party under a
well as clarified that an adviser who has the power to disburse client funds to a third party under a
standing letter of instruction ("SLOA") is deemed to have custody. As such, our firm has adopted the
standing letter of instruction (“SLOA”) is deemed to have custody. As such, our firm has adopted the
following safeguards in conjunction with our custodians:
following safeguards in conjunction with our custodians:
The client provides an instruction to the qualified custodian, in writing, that includes the client’s
The client provides an instruction to the qualified custodian, in writing, that includes the client's
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signature, the third party's name, and either the third party's address or the third party's account
signature, the third party’s name, and either the third party’s address or the third party’s account
number at a custodian to which the transfer should be directed.
number at a custodian to which the transfer should be directed.
The client authorizes the investment adviser, in writing, either on the qualified custodian’s form
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The client authorizes the investment adviser, in writing, either on the qualified custodian's form
or separately, to direct transfers to the third party either on a specified schedule or from time to
or separately, to direct transfers to the third party either on a specified schedule or from time to
time.
time.
The client’s qualified custodian performs appropriate verification of the instruction, such as a
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The client's qualified custodian performs appropriate verification of the instruction, such as a
signature review or other method to verify the client's authorization and provides a transfer of
signature review or other method to verify the client’s authorization and provides a transfer of
funds notice to the client promptly after each transfer.
funds notice to the client promptly after each transfer.
The client can terminate or change the instruction to the client’s qualified custodian.
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The client can terminate or change the instruction to the client's qualified custodian.
The investment adviser has no authority or ability to designate or change the identity of the third
The investment adviser has no authority or ability to designate or change the identity of the third
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party, the address, or any other information about the third party contained in the client's
party, the address, or any other information about the third party contained in the client’s
instruction.
instruction.
The investment adviser maintains records showing that the third party is not a related party of
The investment adviser maintains records showing that the third party is not a related party of
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the investment adviser or located at the same address as the investment adviser.
the investment adviser or located at the same address as the investment adviser.
The client’s qualified custodian sends the client, in writing, an initial notice confirming the
The client's qualified custodian sends the client, in writing, an initial notice confirming the
•
instruction and an annual notice reconfirming the instruction.
instruction and an annual notice reconfirming the instruction.
Item 16: Investment Discretion
Item 16: Investment Discretion
RHS Financial maintains full discretion under a limited power of attorney as to the securities and amount
RHS Financial maintains full discretion under a limited power of attorney as to the securities and amount
of securities. In all cases, however, such discretion is to be exercised in a manner consistent with the
of securities. In all cases, however, such discretion is to be exercised in a manner consistent with the
stated investment objectives for the particular client account.
stated investment objectives for the particular client account.
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RHS Financial will not have authority to withdraw funds or to take custody of client funds or securities,
RHS Financial will not have authority to withdraw funds or to take custody of client funds or securities,
other than under the terms of the Fee Payment Authorization clause in the Agreement with the client.
other than under the terms of the Fee Payment Authorization clause in the Agreement with the client.
RHS Financial does have the ability to discount brokerage commissions.
RHS Financial does have the ability to discount brokerage commissions.
Item 17: Voting Client Securities
Item 17: Voting Client Securities
RHS Financial does not vote proxies. It is the client's responsibility to vote proxies. Clients will receive
RHS Financial does not vote proxies. It is the client's responsibility to vote proxies. Clients will receive
proxy materials directly from the custodian. Questions about proxies may be made via the contact
proxy materials directly from the custodian. Questions about proxies may be made via the contact
information on the cover page.
information on the cover page.
Item 18: Financial Information
Item 18: Financial Information
An investment advisor must provide financial information if a threshold of fee prepayments is met; there
An investment advisor must provide financial information if a threshold of fee prepayments is met; there
is a financial condition likely to impair the ability to meet contractual commitments; or, a bankruptcy
is a financial condition likely to impair the ability to meet contractual commitments; or, a bankruptcy
within the past ten years. RHS Financial does not have any disclosure items in this section.
within the past ten years. RHS Financial does not have any disclosure items in this section.
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Additional Brochure: ADV PART 2B - COLBY (2026-03-23)
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Item 1: Cover Page
Item 1: Cover Page
Part 2B of Form ADV: Brochure Supplement
Part 2B of Form ADV: Brochure Supplement
March 23, 2026
March 23, 2026
Colby Davis Grotem
Colby Davis Grotem
Nom
FINANCIAL
INVEST WITH PURPOSE'
RHS Financial, LLC
RHS Financial, LLC
4171 24th Street, Ste 101
4171 24th Street, Ste 101
San Francisco, CA 94114
San Francisco, CA 94114
www.rhsfinancial.com
www.rhsfinancial.com
Firm Contact:
Firm Contact:
Risley Sams
Risley Sams
Chief Compliance Officer
Chief Compliance Officer
This brochure supplement provides information about Colby Davis that supplements our brochure. You
This brochure supplement provides information about Colby Davis that supplements our brochure. You
should have received a copy of that brochure. Please contact Risley Sams if you did not receive RHS
should have received a copy of that brochure. Please contact Risley Sams if you did not receive RHS
Financial, LLC's brochure or if you have any questions about the contents of this supplement. Additional
Financial, LLC’s brochure or if you have any questions about the contents of this supplement. Additional
information about Colby Davis is available on the SEC's website at www.adviserinfo.sec.gov by searching
information about Colby Davis is available on the SEC’s website at www.adviserinfo.sec.gov by searching
CRD #6452013.
CRD #6452013.
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Item 2: Educational Background & Business Experience
Item 2: Educational Background & Business Experience
Colby Davis Grotem
Colby Davis Grotem
Year of Birth:1985
Year of Birth: 1985
Educational Background:
Educational Background:
2009: University of Washington; Bachelor of Arts in Economics
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2009: University of Washington; Bachelor of Arts in Economics
2007: Highline Community College; A.A.
2007: Highline Community College; A.A.
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Business Background:
Business Background:
RHS Financial, LLC; Portfolio Manager & Investment Adviser
RHS Financial, LLC; Portfolio Manager & Investment Adviser
04/2015 – Present
• 04/2015 —Present
Representative
Representative
08/2012 – 04/2015
08/2012 -04/2015
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01/2012 – 08/2012
•
01/2012 -08/2012
RHS Financial, LLC; Investment Analyst
RHS Financial, LLC; Investment Analyst
Clean Power Finance; Analyst
Clean Power Finance; Analyst
Exams, Licenses & Other Professional Designations:
Exams, Licenses & Other Professional Designations:
2019: Series 3 Exam
2019: Series 3 Exam
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2016: Chartered Financial Analyst, CFA®
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2016: Chartered Financial Analyst, CFA®
2015: Series 65 Exam
2015: Series 65 Exam
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Chartered Financial Analyst, CFA®
Chartered Financial Analyst, CFA®
The CFA® charter is a globally respected, graduate-level investment credential established in 1962 and
The CFA® charter is a globally respected, graduate-level investment credential established in 1962 and
awarded by CFA® Institute — the largest global association of investment professionals. To earn the CFA®
awarded by CFA® Institute — the largest global association of investment professionals. To earn the CFA®
charter, candidates must: 1) pass three sequential, six-hour examinations; 2) have at least four years of
charter, candidates must: 1) pass three sequential, six-hour examinations; 2) have at least four years of
qualified professional investment experience; 3) join CFA® Institute as members; and 4) commit to abide
qualified professional investment experience; 3) join CFA® Institute as members; and 4) commit to abide
by, and annually reaffirm, their adherence to the CFA® Institute Code of Ethics and Standards of
by, and annually reaffirm, their adherence to the CFA® Institute Code of Ethics and Standards of
Professional Conduct. The CFA® Program curriculum is updated every year by experts from around the
Professional Conduct. The CFA® Program curriculum is updated every year by experts from around the
world to ensure that candidates learn the most relevant and practical new tools, ideas, and investment
world to ensure that candidates learn the most relevant and practical new tools, ideas, and investment
and wealth management skills to reflectthe dynamic and complex nature of the profession. To learn more
and wealth management skills to reflect the dynamic and complex nature of the profession. To learn more
about the CFA® charter, visit www.CFAinstitute.org.
about the CFA® charter, visit www.CFAinstitute.org.
Item 3: Disciplinary Information
Item 3: Disciplinary Information
There are no legal or disciplinary events material to the evaluation of Colby Davis.
There are no legal or disciplinary events material to the evaluation of Colby Davis.
Item 4: Other Business Activities
Item 4: Other Business Activities
Mr. Davis does not have any outside business activities to report.
Mr. Davis does not have any outside business activities to report.
Item 5: Additional Compensation
Item 5: Additional Compensation
Colby Davis does not receive any other economic benefit for providing advisory services in addition to
Colby Davis does not receive any other economic benefit for providing advisory services in addition to
advisory fees.
advisory fees.
Item 6: Supervision
Item 6: Supervision
Risley Sams, Managing Member and Chief Compliance Officer of RHS Financial, LLC, supervises and
Risley Sams, Managing Member and Chief Compliance Officer of RHS Financial, LLC, supervises and
monitors Colby Davis' activities on a regular basis to ensure compliance with our firm's Code of Ethics.
monitors Colby Davis’ activities on a regular basis to ensure compliance with our firm’s Code of Ethics.
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Please contact Risley Sams if you have any questions about Colby Davis’ brochure supplement at (415)
Please contact Risley Sams if you have any questions about Colby Davis' brochure supplement at (415)
495-2900.
495-2900.
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Item 1: Cover Page
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Part 2B of Form ADV: Brochure Supplement
Part 2B of Form ADV: Brochure Supplement
March 23, 2026
March 23, 2026
Risley Sams
Risley Sams
Nom
FINANCIAL
INVEST WITH PURPOSE'
RHS Financial, LLC
RHS Financial, LLC
4171 24th Street, Ste 101
4171 24th Street, Ste 101
San Francisco, CA 94114
San Francisco, CA 94114
www.rhsfinancial.com
www.rhsfinancial.com
Firm Contact:
Firm Contact:
Risley Sams
Risley Sams
Chief Compliance Officer
Chief Compliance Officer
This brochure supplement provides information about Risley Sams that supplements our brochure. You
This brochure supplement provides information about Risley Sams that supplements our brochure. You
should have received a copy of that brochure. Please contact Risley Sams if you did not receive RHS
should have received a copy of that brochure. Please contact Risley Sams if you did not receive RHS
Financial, LLC's brochure or if you have any questions about the contents of this supplement. Additional
Financial, LLC’s brochure or if you have any questions about the contents of this supplement. Additional
information about Risley Sams is available on the SEC's website at www.adviserinfo.sec.gov by searching
information about Risley Sams is available on the SEC’s website at www.adviserinfo.sec.gov by searching
CRD #4572447.
CRD #4572447.
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Item 2: Educational Background & Business Experience
Item 2: Educational Background & Business Experience
Risley Sams, CFP®, CPWA® M.B.A.
Risley Sams, CFP®, CPWA® M.B.A.
Year of Birth: 1969
Year of Birth: 1969
Educational Background:
Educational Background:
2007: College of Financial Planning; CFP ® 2007
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2007: College of Financial Planning; CFP ® 2007
2002: Purdue University; Krannert School of Business; MBA
2002: Purdue University; Krannert School of Business; MBA
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1993: California State University, Chico; B.S. Business Administration, Minor in Music
• 1993: California State University, Chico; B.S. Business Administration, Minor in Music
Business Background:
Business Background:
2009 – Present
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2009 — Present
2008 – 2009
•
2008 -2009
2007 – 2008
2007 -2008
•
2002 – 2007
2002 -2007
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RHS Financial, LLC;
RHS Financial, LLC;
Managing Member and Chief Compliance Officer
Managing Member and Chief Compliance Officer
Merrill Lynch; Senior Financial Advisor
Merrill Lynch; Senior Financial Advisor
Bear Stearns; Vice President
Bear Stearns; Vice President
Smith Barney; Financial Advisor
Smith Barney; Financial Advisor
Exams, Licenses & Other Professional Designations:
Exams, Licenses & Other Professional Designations:
2018: Certified Private Wealth Advisor, CPWA®
•
2018: Certified Private Wealth Advisor, CPWA®
2007: CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™, CFP®
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2007: CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER-, CFP''
2006: Series 31 Exam
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2006: Series 31 Exam
2002: Series 7, 63 and 66
2002: Series 7, 63 and 66
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Certified Private Wealth Advisor, CPWA®
Certified Private Wealth Advisor, CPWA®
The CPWA® designation signifies that an individual has met initial and on-going experience, ethical,
The CPWA® designation signifies that an individual has met initial and on-going experience, ethical,
education, and examination requirements for the professional designation, which is centered on private
education, and examination requirements for the professional designation, which is centered on private
wealth management topics and strategies for high-net-worth clients. The designation is administered
wealth management topics and strategies for high-net-worth clients. The designation is administered
through Investment Management Consultants Association ("IMCA"). Prerequisites for the CPWA®
through Investment Management Consultants Association (“IMCA”). Prerequisites for the CPWA®
designation are a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university or one of the following
designation are a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university or one of the following
designations or licenses: LIMA®, CIMC®, CFA®, CFP®, ChFC®, or CPA license; have an acceptable regulatory
designations or licenses: CIMA®, CIMC®, CFA®, CFP®, ChFC®, or CPA license; have an acceptable regulatory
history as evidenced by FINRA Form U-4 or other regulatory requirements and five years of professional
history as evidenced by FINRA Form U-4 or other regulatory requirements and five years of professional
client-centered experience in financial services or a related industry. CPWA® designees have completed a
client-centered experience in financial services or a related industry. CPWA® designees have completed a
rigorous educational process that includes self-study requirements, an in-class education component, and
rigorous educational process that includes self-study requirements, an in-class education component, and
successful completion of a comprehensive examination. CPWA® designees are required to adhere to
successful completion of a comprehensive examination. CPWA® designees are required to adhere to
IMCA's Code of Professional Responsibility and Rules and Guidelines for Use of the Marks. CPWA®
IMCA’s Code of Professional Responsibility and Rules and Guidelines for Use of the Marks. CPWA®
designees must report 40 hours of continuing education credits, including two ethics hours, every 2 years
designees must report 40 hours of continuing education credits, including two ethics hours, every 2 years
to maintain the certification.
to maintain the certification.
The CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™, CFP® and federally registered CFP (with flame design) marks
The CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER'", CFP° and federally registered CFP (with flame design) marks
(collectively, the “CFP® marks”) are professional certification marks granted in the United States by
(collectively, the "CFP' marks") are professional certification marks granted in the United States by
Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. (“CFP Board”).
Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. ("CFP Board").
The CFP® certification is a voluntary certification; no federal or state law or regulation requires financial
The CFP° certification is a voluntary certification; no federal or state law or regulation requires financial
planners to hold CFP® certification. It is recognized in the United States and a number of other countries
planners to hold CFP' certification. It is recognized in the United States and a number of other countries
for its (1) high standard of professional education; (2) stringent code of conduct and standards of practice;
for its (1) high standard of professional education; (2) stringent code of conduct and standards of practice;
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and (3) ethical requirements that govern professional engagements with clients. Currently, more than
and (3) ethical requirements that govern professional engagements with clients. Currently, more than
62,000 individuals have obtained CFP® certification in the United States.
62,000 individuals have obtained CFP' certification in the United States.
To attain the right to use the CFP® marks, an individual must satisfactorily fulfill the following
To attain the right to use the CFP marks, an individual must satisfactorily fulfill the following
requirements:
requirements:
Education – Complete an advanced college-level course of study addressing the financial planning
• Education —Complete an advanced college-level course of study addressingthe financial planning
subject areas that CFP Board's studies have determined as necessary for the competent and
subject areas that CFP Board’s studies have determined as necessary for the competent and
professional delivery of financial planning services, and attain a Bachelor's Degree from a
professional delivery of financial planning services, and attain a Bachelor’s Degree from a
regionally accredited United States college or university (or its equivalent from a foreign
regionally accredited United States college or university (or its equivalent from a foreign
university). CFP Board's financial planning subject areas include insurance planning and risk
university). CFP Board’s financial planning subject areas include insurance planning and risk
management, employee benefits planning, investment planning, income tax planning, retirement
management, employee benefits planning, investment planning, income tax planning, retirement
planning, and estate planning;
planning, and estate planning;
Examination – Pass the comprehensive CFP® Certification Examination. The examination,
• Examination — Pass the comprehensive CFP° Certification Examination. The examination,
administered in 10 hours over a two-day period, includes case studies and client scenarios
administered in 10 hours over a two-day period, includes case studies and client scenarios
designed to test one's ability to correctly diagnose financial planning issues and apply one's
designed to test one’s ability to correctly diagnose financial planning issues and apply one’s
knowledge of financial planning to real world circumstances;
knowledge of financial planning to real world circumstances;
Experience – Complete at least three years of full-time financial planning-related experience (or
• Experience — Complete at least three years of full-time financial planning-related experience (or
the equivalent, measured as 2,000 hours per year); and
the equivalent, measured as 2,000 hours per year); and
Ethics – Agree to be bound by CFP Board’s Standards of Professional Conduct, a set of documents
• Ethics —Agree to be bound by CFP Board's Standards of Professional Conduct, a set of documents
outlining the ethical and practice standards for CFP® professionals.
outlining the ethical and practice standards for CFP' professionals.
Individuals who become certified must complete the following ongoing education and ethics
Individuals who become certified must complete the following ongoing education and ethics
requirements in order to maintain the right to continue to use the CFP® marks:
requirements in order to maintain the right to continue to use the CFP' marks:
Continuing Education – Complete 30 hours of continuing education hours every two years,
• Continuing Education — Complete 30 hours of continuing education hours every two years,
including two hours on the Code of Ethics and other parts of the Standards of Professional
including two hours on the Code of Ethics and other parts of the Standards of Professional
Conduct, to maintain competence and keep up with developments in the financial planning field;
Conduct, to maintain competence and keep up with developments in the financial planning field;
and
and
Ethics – Renew an agreement to be bound by the Standards of Professional Conduct. The
• Ethics — Renew an agreement to be bound by the Standards of Professional Conduct. The
Standards prominently require that CFP® professionals provide financial planning services at a
Standards prominently require that CFP' professionals provide financial planning services at a
fiduciary standard of care. This means CFP® professionals must provide financial planning services
fiduciary standard of care. This means CFP' professionals must provide financial planning services
in the best interests of their clients.
in the best interests of their clients.
CFP® professionals who fail to comply with the above standards and requirements may be subject to CFP
CFP' professionals who fail to comply with the above standards and requirements may be subject to CFP
Board’s enforcement process, which could result in suspension or permanent revocation of their CFP®
Board's enforcement process, which could result in suspension or permanent revocation of their CFP
certification.
certification.
Item 3: Disciplinary Information
Item 3: Disciplinary Information
There are no legal or disciplinary events material to the evaluation of Risley Sams.
There are no legal or disciplinary events material to the evaluation of Risley Sams.
Item 4: Other Business Activities
Item 4: Other Business Activities
Mr. Sams does not have any outside business activities to report.
Mr. Sams does not have any outside business activities to report.
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Item 5: Additional Compensation
Item 5: Additional Compensation
Risley Sams does not receive any other economic benefit for providing advisory services in addition to
Risley Sams does not receive any other economic benefit for providing advisory services in addition to
advisory fees.
advisory fees.
Item 6: Supervision
Item 6: Supervision
Risley Sams, Managing Member and Chief Compliance Officer of RHS Financial, LLC, and as such has no
Risley Sams, Managing Member and Chief Compliance Officer of RHS Financial, LLC, and as such has no
internal supervision placed over him. He is, however, bound by our firm's Code of Ethics.
internal supervision placed over him. He is, however, bound by our firm’s Code of Ethics.
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