Overview
Assets Under Management: $156 million
High-Net-Worth Clients: 44
Average Client Assets: $3 million
Services Offered
Services: Financial Planning, Portfolio Management for Individuals
Fee Structure
Primary Fee Schedule (ADV PART 2 A (04.16.25) 121045)
| Min | Max | Marginal Fee Rate |
|---|---|---|
| $0 | $1,000,000 | 0.70% |
| $1,000,001 | and above | 0.10% |
Illustrative Fee Rates
| Total Assets | Annual Fees | Average Fee Rate |
|---|---|---|
| $1 million | $7,000 | 0.70% |
| $5 million | $11,000 | 0.22% |
| $10 million | $16,000 | 0.16% |
| $50 million | $56,000 | 0.11% |
| $100 million | $106,000 | 0.11% |
Clients
Number of High-Net-Worth Clients: 44
Percentage of Firm Assets Belonging to High-Net-Worth Clients: 68.46
Average High-Net-Worth Client Assets: $3 million
Total Client Accounts: 273
Discretionary Accounts: 273
Regulatory Filings
CRD Number: 121045
Last Filing Date: 2024-05-31 00:00:00
Website: https://www.sensibleportfolios.com
Form ADV Documents
Primary Brochure: ADV PART 2 A (04.16.25) 121045 (2025-04-18)
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SENSIBLE PORTFOLIOS, LLC
This brochure provides information about Sensible Portfolios, LLC (“Sensible”) qualifications and business
practices. If you have any questions about the contents of this brochure, please contact us at (775) 323-
1488 or by email at darrell@SensiblePortfolios.com. The information in this brochure has not been
approved or verified by the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) or by any State
Securities Authority.
Additional information about Sensible is also available at the SEC’s website www.adviserinfo.sec.gov (select
“investment adviser firm” and type in our firm name). Results will provide you both Part 1 and 2 of our
Form ADV.
We are a Registered Investment Advisor Firm. Our registration does not imply any level of skill or training.
The oral and written communications we provide to you, including this brochure, are for you to evaluate us.
Please use this information as factors in your decision to hire us or to continue our business relationship.
ITEM 1 – COVER PAGE ADV PART 2 A
APRIL 16, 2025
CRD #: 121045
4555 SADDLEHORN DRIVE, RENO, NEVADA 89511
DARRELL@SENSIBLEPORTFOLIOS.COM
(775) 323-1488
WWW.SENSIBLEPORTFOLIOS.COM
ITEM 2 – MATERIAL CHANGES
This brochure, dated April 16, 2025, has been prepared by Sensible to meet SEC requirements. This section
of the brochure will address only those “material changes” that have been incorporated since the last
annual update of this document.
It has changed materially since our last annual offering in the following ways:
Item 5: Fees and compensation have been updated.
Item 7: Minimum account size removed.
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ITEM 3 – TABLE OF CONTENTS
Item 1 – Cover Page ADV Part 2 A ..............................................................................................................................1
Item 2 – Material Changes .........................................................................................................................................2
Item 3 – Table of Contents .........................................................................................................................................3
Item 4 – Advisory Business .........................................................................................................................................4
Item 5 – Fees and Compensation ...............................................................................................................................4
Item 6 – Performance-Based Fees and Side-By-Side Management ...........................................................................6
Item 7 – Types of Clients ............................................................................................................................................6
Item 8 – Methods of Analysis, Investment Strategies and Risk of Loss .....................................................................6
Item 9 – Disciplinary Information ...............................................................................................................................7
Item 10 – Other Financial Industry Activities and Affiliations ...................................................................................7
Item 11 – Code of Ethics, Participation or Interest in Client Transactions and Personal Trading .............................8
Item 12 – Brokerage Practices ....................................................................................................................................9
Item 13 – Review of Accounts ....................................................................................................................................9
Item 14 – Client Referrals and Other Compensation .................................................................................................9
Item 15 – Custody .................................................................................................................................................... 10
Item 16 – Investment Discretion ............................................................................................................................ 10
Item 17 – Voting Client Securities ........................................................................................................................... 10
Item 18 – Financial Information ............................................................................................................................. 10
Item 19 – Requirements for State-Registered Advisors .......................................................................................... 10
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ITEM 4 – ADVISORY BUSINESS
4a: Firm Description
Sensible was established in April 1994 by Darrell C. Armuth in Reno, Nevada.
4a1: Principal Member
Darrell C. Armuth, Owner & Investment Advisor Representative: Mr. Armuth may be contacted by
email at darrell@SensiblePortfolios.com or by telephone at (775) 323-1488 or by mail at PO Box 18214
Reno, Nevada 89511.
4b: Types of Advisory Services
Sensible offers a wide range of investment advisory services to our clients. Advice and services are tailored
to the stated objectives of the client(s). Sensible uses a strategy built around the core concept that markets
are efficient and fees matter. Sensible focuses on true diversification, prudent asset allocation and keeping
a strong eye on fees and expenses.
Additionally, we utilize Charles Schwab and Altruist for Sensible clients so the may offer a diversified
portfolio of equity and fixed products available through Dimensional Fund Advisors (“DFA”). After creating
the initial portfolio based on client input, Mr. Armuth will monitor the account and reallocate holdings as
appropriate. Equity transactions are executed through Charles Schwab or Altruist and they will provide
clients with trade confirmations and account statements.
4c: Client Tailored Relationships and Restrictions
As a fiduciary, Sensible always acts solely in your best interests. Your portfolio is customized based on your
investment objectives. You may make requests or make suggestions regarding the investments made in
your portfolio. Restrictions on trading which, in our opinion, are not in your best interest cannot be honored
and if forced may result in the termination of our agreement.
Similarly, you are under no obligation to act upon Sensible's or associated person's recommendations. If
you elect to act on any of the recommendations, you are under no obligation to effect the transaction
through Sensible or its associated person when the person is an agent with a licensed broker-dealer or
through any associate or affiliate of such person.
4d: Wrap Fee Program
Sensible does not sponsor nor provide portfolio management services to a wrap fee program.
4e: Assets under Management (AUM)
Sensible, as of December 31, 2024, has $167,543,925 in discretionary assets under management.
ITEM 5 – FEES AND COMPENSATION
5a: Investment Management Fees
Assets Under Management
Annual Fee (%)
Up to $1,000,000.00
0.70%
$1,000,001.00 and above
0.10%
The fee includes the time and activities necessary to work with your attorney and/or accountant in reaching
agreement on solutions, as well as assisting them in implementation of all appropriate documents. We are
not responsible for attorney or account fees charged to you as a result of the above activities.
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Compensation for our services will be calculated in accordance with what is set in the client’s agreement.
We may modify the terms of any agreement by written changes submitted to the client for signature. All
Investment Advisors are required to disclose to their clients that lower fees for comparable services may be
available from other sources.
5b: Fee Payments Options
Sensible fees are paid from your account by the custodian when we submit an invoice to them showing the
amount of fees, the value of the client’s assets on which the fees are based, and the specific manner in
which the fees are calculated. If there is insufficient cash in your account to pay your fees, an equal balance
of securities in your portfolio may be sold to pay our fee. In addition to our fees, there may be custodial,
mutual fund or similar third party management fees and charges. A limited number of clients have been set
up to pay directly via invoice to Sensible. We also offer clients the option of paying their fees with a credit
card.
5c: Third Party Fees
You are responsible for the payment of all third-party fees (i.e. custodian fees, mutual fund fees, transaction
fees, etc.). Those fees are separate and distinct from the fees we charge.
All brokerage commissions, stock transfer fees, and other similar charges incurred in connection with
transactions for the account will be paid out of the assets in the account and are in addition to the
investment management fees paid to us. While we take measures to ensure the fees charged are accurate,
it is your responsibility to ensure the amount of fee charged is correct. You will receive statements directly
from these brokers, custodians or mutual funds or other investments you hold. We strongly urge you to
review these statements for accuracy. You are responsible for the payment of all third-party fees (i.e.
custodian fees, mutual fund fees, 12b-1 fees, transaction fees, etc.). Those fees are separate and distinct
from the fees we charge. Please see Item 12 for additional information.
5d: Fee Payments
Client’s asset advisory fees will be billed quarterly in arrears for Schwab account and monthly for Altruist
accounts. In the event that the client’s agreement with Sensible terminates after the end of a calendar year
quarter, Sensible shall charge the client a pro-rata fee based on the number of days in which the client’s
assets have been under management.
For California Residents: Subsection (j) of Rule 260.238, California Code of Regulations requires that all
investment Advisors disclose to their clients that lower fees for comparable services may be available from
other sources. Pursuant to California Rule 260.235.2, if a conflict exists between the interests of the Advisor
or its associated persons and the interest of the client; the client is under no obligation to act upon this
Advisor's or associated person's recommendations. If the client elects to act on any of the
recommendations, the client is under no obligation to effect the transaction through the advisor or its
associated person when the person is an agent with a licensed broker-dealer or through any associate or
affiliate of such person.
5.d.1: Termination
Either Sensible or our clients can terminate our agreement upon receipt of written notice to the other
party, to include written agreement to changes by the client. Clients shall have five (5) days from the
date of signing their advisory agreement with Sensible to cancel it and receive a complete refund of
their advisory fee.
When an agreement is terminated, we will refund any pre-paid, unearned fees based on the number
of days remaining in the quarter after termination. Refunds will be made within 30 calendar days of
the effective date of termination.
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When an agreement is terminated, all assets may need to be transferred from the current custodian.
You will be responsible for paying all fees including full quarterly custodial administrative fees, account
closure fees, mutual fund fees and all trading costs due to the termination. Custodian may assess
additional fees for transfer of illiquid investments. If there is insufficient cash in the account, the
liquidation of some securities may be used to pay the fees. Prior to termination of an agreement, we
can provide a good-faith estimate of these fees.
5e: Other Investment Compensation
Sensible does not accept commission for the sale of securities or other investment products, including asset-
based sales charges or service fees from the sale of mutual funds.
ITEM 6 – PERFORMANCE-BASED FEES AND SIDE-BY-SIDE MANAGEMENT
Sensible does not charge advisory fees on the performance of funds or securities in your account.
ITEM 7 – TYPES OF CLIENTS
Sensible generally provides asset management services to the following types of clients:
Individuals
High-Net-Worth Individuals
Asset Management only (for “Invest” clients)
Financial Planning (for “Plan” clients)
Pension and Profit Sharing Plans
Trusts
Minimum Account Size
We do not have a minimum account size.
ITEM 8 – METHODS OF ANALYSIS, INVESTMENT STRATEGIES AND RISK OF LOSS
8a: Analysis
Sensible uses multiple sources of information to obtain analysis and strategies. They include sources such
as financial newspapers, financial magazines, research prepared by others, prospectuses, annual reports
and filings with the SEC.
8b: Investment Strategies
Sensible utilizes multiple investment strategies to meet your investment objectives. These methodologies
are formulated based on a comprehensive review and assessment of your expectations, investment time
horizon, risk tolerance level, present investment allocation, and current and projected financial
requirements.
Ultimately, each strategy must maximize return within reasonable and prudent levels of risk. Also, the
approach taken must provide exposure to a wide range of investment opportunities in various markets
while limiting risk exposure through prudent diversification. Finally, the costs of administering and
managing the investments related to the strategy cannot be excessive.
8c: Risk of Loss
All investments include a risk of loss. In addition, as recent global and domestic economic events have
indicated, performance of any investment is not guaranteed. As a result, there is a risk of loss of the assets
we manage that may be out of our control. We use our best efforts and expertise to manage your assets.
However, we cannot guarantee any level of performance or that you will not experience financial loss.
Sensible will use our best judgment and good faith efforts in rendering services to you. We cannot warrant
or guarantee any particular level of account performance, or that the account will be profitable over time.
Not every investment decision or recommendation made by us will be profitable. You assume all market
risk involved in the investment of account assets under the Investment Advisory Agreement and understand
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that investment decisions made for this account are subject to various market, currency, economic, political
and business risks. Except as may otherwise be provided by law, we will not be liable to you for (a) any loss
that you may suffer by reason of any investment decision made or other action taken or omitted in good
faith by Sensible with that degree of care, skill, prudence and diligence under the circumstances that a
prudent person acting in a fiduciary capacity would use; (b) any loss arising from our adherence to your
instructions; or (c) any unauthorized act or failure to act by a custodian of your account. Nothing in this
document shall relieve us from any responsibility or liability we may have under state or federal statutes.
ITEM 9 – DISCIPLINARY INFORMATION
9a: Civil or Criminal Actions
Sensible and its managers have never been found guilty, convicted or plead no contest to a criminal or civil
action in a domestic, foreign or military court.
9b: Administrative Enforcement Proceedings
Sensible and its managers have never been found by the SEC, any other state or federal agency or any
foreign regulatory agency to have caused loss of the ability of an investment-related business to do business
or been sanctioned, barred or limited in investment-related activities.
9c: Self-Regulatory Organization Enforcement Proceedings
Sensible and its managers have never been found by a self-regulatory agency to have caused loss of the
ability of an investment-related business to do business. Additionally, Sensible and its managers have never
been found in violation of self-regulatory agencies rules such that they were barred, suspended, limited in
advisory functions or fined.
ITEM 10 – OTHER FINANCIAL INDUSTRY ACTIVITIES AND AFFILIATIONS
10a: Broker Dealers and Registered Representatives
Sensible is not registered as a broker-dealer and our employees are not registered representatives of any
broker-dealer.
10b: Registration as a Futures Commission Merchant, Commodity Pool Operator, or a Commodity Trading
Advisor
Neither Sensible nor our employees hold any of the above registrations.
10c: Registration Relationships Material to this Advisory Business and Possible Conflicts of Interests
Neither Sensible nor our employees have any relationships or possible conflicts of interest as it relates to
this advisory business.
Sensible will disclose any material conflict of interest relating to Sensible, our representatives, or any of our
employees which could reasonably be expected to impair the rendering of unbiased and objective advice.
10d: Selection of Other Advisors and How this Advisor is Compensated for those Selections
Sensible does not select sub-advisors for client accounts.
ITEM 11 – CODE OF ETHICS, PARTICIPATION OR INTEREST IN CLIENT TRANSACTIONS AND PERSONAL TRADING
11a: Code of Ethics Description
Sensible has adopted a Code of Ethics that governs a number of potential conflicts of interest we have when
providing our advisory services to you. This Code of Ethics is designed to ensure we meet our fiduciary
obligation to you and to stress the importance of a culture of compliance within our firm. An additional
benefit of our Code of Ethics is to detect and prevent violations of securities laws, including our obligations
we owe to you.
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Sensible’s Code of Ethics is comprehensive and supplemented as necessary. A complete copy of our Code
of Ethics will be supplied to you, free of charge, if you request it.
Sensible’s Code of Ethics includes the following:
Internal tracking and reporting of employee and firm transactions
Requirements related to the confidentiality of your personal, business and financial information
Prohibitions on insider trading (if we are in possession of material, non-public information)
Reporting of gifts and business entertainment
Reporting (on an on-going and quarterly basis) all personal securities transactions (what we call
“reportable securities” as mandated by regulation)
11b, c & d: Participation or Interest in Client Transactions
Sensible, or its employees, may buy and sell some of the same securities for our own accounts that we buy
and sell for our clients. We will always buy or sell from our clients’ accounts before we buy or sell from our
accounts. In some cases Sensible, or its employees, may buy or sell securities for our own accounts and not
for clients’ accounts, as it may not meet the objectives or plans for the client.
Sensible will always maintain full disclosure with our clients so that you can make informed decisions. We
will always evaluate our activity from the view of our clients to ensure that any and all required disclosures
are made. For example, we will disclose anything that would cause you to be unfairly influenced to make
any decision regarding actions or inactions in your account.
For California Residents: Sensible adheres to the California Code of Regulations, Title 10 Section 260.238 (k),
(1), (2) and (o) which prohibits investment advisers from:
(k) Failing to disclose to a client in writing before entering into or renewing an advisory agreement with
that client any material conflict of interest relating to the adviser, its representatives or any requires
that of its employees, which could be reasonably expected to impair the rendering of unbiased and
objective advice including:
(1) Compensation arrangements connected with advisory services to clients which are in addition to
compensation from such clients for such services; and
(2) Charging a client an advisory fee for rendering advice without disclosing that a commission for
executing securities transactions pursuant to such advice will be received by the adviser, its
representatives or its employees, or that such advisory fee is being reduced by the amount of the
commission earned by the adviser, its representatives or employees for the sale of securities to the
client.
(o) Making any untrue statement of a material fact or omitting a statement of material fact necessary
in order to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which they are made, not
misleading in the solicitation of advisory clients.
ITEM 12 – BROKERAGE PRACTICES
12a: Selecting Brokerage Firms
As part of our services, Sensible will recommend a broker-dealer. We have selected our broker-dealers
based on price, reliability, speed of processing, tools and “best execution” in addition to other
considerations. And while you are not required to effect transactions through any broker-dealer
recommended by us, we feel we have made our selections based on a totality of benefits they offer.
Sensible may purchase software, tools, training programs or seminar services from our broker-dealer.
Additionally, broker-dealers may provide services, tools or other non-financial benefits to us as a benefit for
using the broker-dealer’s services. However, we endeavor at all times to put the interests of our clients
first. You should be aware, however, that the receipt of the types of benefits discussed above can create a
potential conflict of interest by influencing our choice of a broker-dealer.
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To avoid creating a possible conflict of interest in recommending broker-dealers, we have established the
following restrictions in order to ensure its fiduciary responsibilities:
If Sensible receives separate compensation for transactions, we will fully disclose them.
1. Sensible adheres to our Code of Ethics as outlined in Item 11 above.
2.
3. Sensible emphasizes the unrestricted right of you to select and choose your own broker or dealer.
4. Sensible will always act in accordance with all applicable federal and state regulations governing
registered investment advisory practices.
12.b: Sales Aggregation
Because of the nature of our individualized services, Sensible does not generally aggregate (or bunch) trades
when executing transactions. Bunching is generally done in order to realize more effective trade execution
and the cost efficiencies that come from executing larger order sizes. Therefore, fees associated with
services may be higher or lower than may be available through other financial services providers. However,
Sensible acknowledges our fiduciary responsibility to provide best execution as can reasonably be expected
under the circumstances available. You are encouraged to discuss any questions that may arise regarding
investment policies throughout the course of engagement with us.
ITEM 13 – REVIEW OF ACCOUNTS
13a: Periodic Reviews
Accounts are reviewed at least annually by Mr. Armuth, principal of Sensible. Accounts may be reviewed
more frequently as a result of changes in client objectives or as desired by Mr. Armuth in appropriate
circumstances. A review includes examining changes in total value of the account and changes in individual
investments. The accounts are rebalanced when Mr. Armuth deems it appropriate. Mr. Armuth reviews the
accounts to maintain the assigned asset class allocations. Mr. Armuth reviews all accounts under
management.
13b: Review Triggers
More frequent reviews are triggered by a change in your investment objectives; tax considerations; large
deposits or withdrawals; large sales or purchases; loss of confidence in corporate management; or, changes
in economic climate.
13c: Regular Reports
Sensible’s clients receive monthly reports. The report lists account values and rate of return for the
household. Various client performance reports are available on a secured website hosted by the
application. All clients receive a monthly or quarterly statement from their custodian, per their agreement,
which includes details on our fees.
ITEM 14 – CLIENT REFERRALS AND OTHER COMPENSATION
14a: Economic Benefits Provided by Third Parties for Advice Rendered to Clients
Sensible does not receive economic benefits from third parties for the advice we render to our clients.
14b: Compensation to Non-Advisory Personnel for Client Referrals
Sensible does not directly or indirectly compensate any person for client referrals.
ITEM 15 – CUSTODY
In certain instances, our clients may grant written authorization to a qualified custodian which results in
Sensible having custody of client assets. In such instances, Sensible has limited authority to withdraw client
assets upon our instruction to the custodian. With the exception of the aforementioned custody, Sensible
clients’ accounts are held by a qualified custodian and other than to withdraw advisory fees, Sensible shall
have no liability to the client for any loss or other harm to any property in the account, including any harm
to any property in the account resulting from the insolvency of the custodian or any unauthorized acts of
the agents or employees of the custodian and whether or not the full amount or such loss is covered by the
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Securities Investor Protection Corporation (“SIPC”) or any other insurance which may be carried by the
custodian. The client understands that SIPC provides only limited protection for the loss of property held by
a broker-dealer. As a fiduciary, Sensible will always act in the client’s best interests and in doing so, the
above does not limit or modify that duty to our clients. Custodial statements will include fees charged by
Sensible. We strongly urge you to review the investment advisory fees contained in the custodial statement
for accuracy.
Sensible utilizes Charles Schwab or Altruist so they may offer a diversified portfolio of equity and fixed
products available through Dimensional Fund Advisors (“DFA”). After creating the initial portfolio based on
client input, Sensible will monitor the account and reallocate holdings as appropriate. Charles Schwab or
Altruist will provide clients with trade confirmations and account statements.
ITEM 16 – INVESTMENT DISCRETION
Sensible asks our clients to give us discretionary authority to execute transactions without our client’s prior
approval. These transactions may include the purchase and selling of securities, arranging for payments or
generally acting on behalf of our clients in most matters necessary to the handling of the account.
ITEM 17 – VOTING CLIENT SECURITIES
The clients of Sensible retain the authority to proxy vote. You should ensure that proxy ballots are mailed
directly to you by selecting this option on your custodial application forms. You are welcome to delegate
said proxy voting authority to a third-party representative (non-advisory personnel) by filing the appropriate
custodial form.
ITEM 18 – FINANCIAL INFORMATION
18a: Balance Sheet
Sensible does not solicit prepayment of more than $500 in fees per client six (6) months in advance.
18b: Financial Conditions
Sensible has no financial issues that could impair our ability to carry out our fiduciary duty to our clients.
18c: Bankruptcy Petition
Sensible has not been the subject of a bankruptcy petition within the last ten (10) years.
ITEM 19 – REQUIREMENTS FOR STATE-REGISTERED ADVISORS
Sensible is a registered investment advisor with the SEC.
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