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Form ADV Disclosure Brochure
November 3, 2025
Office Location:
3290 Northside Parkway, Suite 950
Atlanta, GA 30327
Phone:
404-882-8756
Website:
www.MWAdvisory.com
This Brochure provides information about the qualifications and business practices of MartinWright
Advisory, LLC, a DBA under tru Independence Asset Management, LLC, a registered
investment advisor with the Securities and Exchange Commission. If there are any questions
about the contents of this brochure, please contact us at the telephone number listed above. For
compliance-specific requests, please call 971-371-3450. The information in this Brochure has not
been approved or verified by the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) or
by any state securities authority.
information
about
the Firm
is
available on
the SEC’s website
at
Additional
www.adviserinfo.sec.gov. The Firm has filed to become an SEC-registered investment adviser.
Registration does not imply any level of skill or training.
ITEM 2 - MATERIAL CHANGES
In this Item, tru Independence Asset Management, LLC, conducting business as MartinWright Advisory, LLC
(hereby known as “MartinWright Advisory” or the “Firm”) is required to discuss any material changes made to the
Brochure since the last annual amendment. As the Firm is a newly filing entity, this initial brochure should be read
in its entirety.
We will ensure that all current clients receive this Summary of Material Changes and updated Brochure within 120
days of the close of our business fiscal year. This Summary of Material Changes is also included with our Brochure
on the SEC’s website at www.adviserinfo.sec.gov. The searchable IARD/CRD number for MartinWright Advisory
is # 168256. We may further provide other ongoing disclosure information about material changes as necessary, and
will further provide all clients with a new Brochure as necessary based on changes or new information, at any time,
without charge.
Clients are encouraged to carefully read the Brochure in its entirety and contact their Financial Advisor with any
questions.
Our Brochure may also be requested by contacting Stacy Sizemore, IACCP®, Chief Compliance Officer at 971-371-
3450 or stacy@tru-ind.com.
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ITEM 3 - TABLE OF CONTENTS
ITEM 2 - MATERIAL CHANGES .............................................................................................................................. 2
ITEM 3 - TABLE OF CONTENTS ............................................................................................................................ 3
ITEM 4 - ADVISORY BUSINESS ............................................................................................................................... 4
ITEM 5 - FEES AND COMPENSATION ................................................................................................................. 5
ITEM 6 - PERFORMANCE-BASED FEES AND SIDE-BY-SIDE MANAGEMENT....................................... 7
ITEM 7 - TYPES OF CLIENTS ................................................................................................................................... 7
ITEM 8 - METHODS OF ANALYSIS, INVESTMENT STRATEGIES AND RISK OF LOSS ....................... 7
ITEM 9 - DISCIPLINARY INFORMATION .......................................................................................................... 11
ITEM 10 - OTHER FINANCIAL INDUSTRY ACTIVITIES AND AFFILIATIONS ...................................... 13
ITEM 11 - CODE OF ETHICS, PARTICIPATION OR INTEREST IN CLIENT TRANSACTIONS AND
PERSONAL TRADING .............................................................................................................................................. 14
ITEM 12 - BROKERAGE PRACTICES ................................................................................................................... 16
ITEM 13 - REVIEW OF ACCOUNTS ..................................................................................................................... 18
ITEM 14 - CLIENT REFERRALS AND OTHER COMPENSATION............................................................... 19
ITEM 15 - CUSTODY ................................................................................................................................................. 20
ITEM 16 - INVESTMENT DISCRETION .............................................................................................................. 21
ITEM 17 - VOTING CLIENT SECURITIES .......................................................................................................... 21
ITEM 18 - FINANCIAL INFORMATION .............................................................................................................. 22
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ITEM 4 - ADVISORY BUSINESS
Description of Advisory Firm
tru Independence Asset Management, LLC (“TIAM”) provides discretionary and non-discretionary investment
advisory services. TIAM is comprised of DBAs, one of which is under the name of MartinWright Advisory, LLC.
Hereafter, MartinWright Advisory Advisors may also be referred to as “MartinWright Advisory” or the “Firm” with
any descriptions of services, investment processes, fees, and other similar items being specific to MartinWright
Advisory unless otherwise noted.
Prior to the Firm rendering any of the foregoing advisory services, clients are required to enter into one or more
written agreements with the Firm setting forth the relevant terms and conditions of the advisory relationship (the
“Advisory Agreement”).
TIAM has been registered as an investment adviser since 2014 and is a wholly owned subsidiary of Sanctuary Wealth
Group LLC (“Sanctuary Wealth”).
As of December 31, 2024, TIAM managed approximately $573,736,036 in assets for approximately 1255
accounts on a discretionary basis and approximately $1,548,480 in assets for approximately six accounts on a
non-discretionary basis. In total, TIAM managed approximately $575,284,516 in assets for approximately 1261
accounts. Approximately $237,541,967 in assets for approximately 857 accounts are under a wrap program.
MartinWright Advisory does not offer a Wrap Fee Program and as the Firm is a newly filing entity; there are no
current assets managed by the Firm. While this brochure generally describes the business of the Firm, certain
sections also discuss the activities of its Supervised Persons, which refer to the Firm’s officers, partners, directors
(or other persons occupying a similar status or performing similar functions), employees, or any other person
who provides investment advice on the Firm’s behalf and is subject to the Firm’s supervision or control.
Advisory Services Offered
MartinWright Advisory offers discretionary investment management, non-discretionary, and investment advisory
services, as well as financial planning and consulting. Prior to the Firm rendering any of the foregoing advisory
services, clients are required to enter into one or more written agreements with the Firm setting forth the relevant
terms and conditions of the advisory relationship (the “Advisory Agreement”).
Investment Management Services
MartinWright Advisory offers continuous and regular investment supervisory services on a discretionary and
non-discretionary basis, as well as financial planning and consulting. While we work with clients, we have the
ongoing responsibility to select and/or make recommendations based upon the objectives of the client, as to
specific securities or other investments that he/she recommends or purchases/sells in clients’ accounts. We
utilize a variety of investment types when making investment recommendations/purchases in client accounts,
which include, but are not limited to, equity securities, fixed-income securities, alternatives, mutual funds, and
Independent Managers. The investments recommended/purchased are based on the client’s individual needs,
goals, and objectives. The Firm offers investment advice on any investment held by the client at the start of the
advisory relationship. We describe the material investment risks under Item 8 – Methods of Analysis, Investment
Strategies, and Risk of Loss. Financial Planning may be provided to clients as part of the Investment Management
Services. When being provided as a separate service, it is described in this section under Financial Consulting
Services below.
information about
We discuss our discretionary authority below under Item 16 – Investment Discretion. For more
the restrictions clients can put on their accounts, see Tailored Services and Client-Imposed Restrictions in this item
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below. We describe the fees charged for investment management services below under Item 5 – Fees and
Compensation.
Financial Planning and Consulting
The Firm provides a variety of consulting services to individuals, families, and other clients regarding their financial
resources based upon an analysis of the client’s current situation, goals, and objectives. Consulting encompasses
one or more of the following areas: additional Financial Planning, Performance Reporting, Investment Planning,
Retirement Planning, Education Planning, and Business and Personal Financial Planning.
Services provided under an ongoing consultation agreement are conducted on a regular basis, but no less than
annually, with the client. The client is under no obligation to act upon the advisor’s recommendation.
If the
client elects to act on our recommendations, the client is under no obligation to effect the transaction through
us.
We describe fees charged for Consultation Services below under Item 5 - Fees and Compensation.
Use of Independent Managers and Sub-Advisors
The Firm may select certain Independent Managers and/or Sub-Advisors to actively manage a portion of its
clients’ assets. The specific terms and conditions under which a client engages an Independent Manager and/or
Sub-Advisor may be set forth in a separate written agreement with the designated Independent Managers
engaged to manage their assets.
The Firm evaluates a variety of information about Independent Managers and/or Sub-Advisors, which may
include the Independent Managers’ and/or Sub-Advisors’ public disclosure documents, materials supplied by
the Independent Managers themselves, and other third-party analyses it believes are reputable. To the extent
possible, the Firm seeks to assess the Independent Manager’s and/or Sub-Advisor’s investment strategies, past
performance, and risk results concerning its clients’ individual portfolio allocations and risk exposure. The Firm
also takes into consideration each Independent Manager’s and/or Sub-Advisor’s management style, returns,
reputation, financial strength, reporting, pricing, and research capabilities, among other factors.
The Firm continues to provide services relative to the discretionary selection of the Independent Managers
and/or Sub-Advisor. On an ongoing basis, the Firm monitors the performance of those accounts being managed
by Independent Managers. The Firm seeks to ensure the Independent Managers and/or Sub-Advisor strategies
and target allocations remain aligned with its clients’ investment objectives and overall best interests.
Sponsor and Manager of Wrap Program
The Firm does not currently offer a Wrap Program.
ITEM 5 - FEES AND COMPENSATION
Fee Schedule & Billing Method
MartinWright Advisory offers services on a fee basis, which may include fixed fees, as well as fees based upon
assets under management or advisement.
Investment Management Services
The annual management fee for our Investment Management Services, including Financial Planning, is based on
the total dollar value of the assets maintained in the client account. The fee assessed and/or charged is based
on what is stipulated in the Investment Advisory Agreement signed by each client. This may include a minimum
annual fee which will be outlined on your Investment Agreement.
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Our annual fee ranges up to 1% annually and is assessed and/or charged monthly in arrears, based on the
value at the end of the previous month. Inflows and outflows of cash are considered on a prorated basis in this
calculation. Fees can be structured as a fixed flat percentage fee on total assets in the account, a fixed flat dollar
amount, or a tiered fee schedule, whereby the fee is calculated by applying
different rates to different levels of assets.
Financial Planning and Consulting Fees
In addition to the advisory fees paid, we may provide financial planning and/or consulting services to clients
regarding the management of their financial resources, which is based upon an analysis of their current personal
and financial situations, goals, and objectives. The fee assessed and/or charged is based on what is stipulated in
the Investment Advisory Agreement signed by each client. This may include a minimum annual fee. The Firm
offers services on a fee basis, which may include fixed fees, as well as fees based upon assets under management
or advisement.
Other Fees and Expenses
In addition to the advisory fees paid to the Firm, clients may incur certain charges imposed by other third parties,
such as broker-dealers, custodians, trust companies, platform service providers, banks, and other financial
institutions (collectively “Financial Institutions”). These additional charges may include securities brokerage
commissions, transaction fees, custodial fees, fees attributable to alternative assets, reporting charges, margin
costs, charges imposed directly by a mutual fund or ETF in a client’s account, as disclosed in the fund’s
prospectus (e.g., fund management fees and other fund expenses), deferred sales charges, odd-lot differentials,
transfer taxes, wire transfer and electronic fund fees, and other fees and taxes on brokerage accounts and
securities transactions. In addition, fees charged by the Independent Managers/Sub-Advisors are charged to the
clients separately. In these relationships with third parties and Independence Managers/Sub-Advisors, these fees
would be in addition to the fees charged by the Firm, paid directly to the third-party and/or Independent
Manager/Sub-Advisor, and the Firm will not receive any portion of those fees or share in those fees.
Direct Fee Debit
Clients generally provide the Firm and/or the Independent Managers/Sub-Advisors with the authority to directly
debit their accounts for payment of the investment advisory fees. The Financial Institutions that act as the
qualified custodian for client accounts, from which the Firm retains the authority to directly deduct fees, are
required to send statements to clients not less than quarterly detailing account transactions, including any
amounts paid to the Firm.
Account Additions and Withdrawals
As stated above, clients may make additions to and withdrawals from their accounts at any time, subject to the
Firm’s right to terminate an account. Additions may be in cash or securities, provided that the Firm reserves the
right to liquidate any transferred securities or declines to accept particular securities into a client’s account. Clients
may withdraw account assets on notice to the Firm, subject to the usual and customary securities settlement
procedures. However, the Firm generally designs its portfolios as long-term investments, and the withdrawal of
assets may impair the achievement of a client’s investment objectives. The Firm may consult with its clients
about the options and implications of transferring securities. Clients are advised that when transferred securities
are liquidated, they may be subject to transaction fees, short-term redemption fees, fees assessed at the mutual
fund level (e.g., contingent deferred sales charges), and/or tax ramifications.
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Termination
Either party may terminate the advisory agreement at any time by providing written notice to the other party.
The client may terminate the agreement at any time by writing, emailing, or phoning MartinWright Advisory at
our office. The Firm will refund any prepaid, unearned advisory fees.
Termination will not affect liabilities or obligations from transactions initiated in client accounts prior to
termination. In the event the client terminates the investment advisory agreement. The Firm will not liquidate
any securities in the account unless instructed by the client to do so. In the event of the client’s death or disability,
the Firm will continue management of the account until we are notified of the client’s death or disability and
given alternative instructions by an authorized party.
ITEM 6 - PERFORMANCE-BASED FEES AND SIDE-BY-SIDE
MANAGEMENT
MartinWright Advisory does not charge performance-based fees or other fees based on a share of capital gains
or capital appreciation of the assets of a client.
ITEM 7 - TYPES OF CLIENTS
MartinWright Advisory provides asset management, financial planning, investment advisory, consulting, and
selection of third-party Independent Managers/Sub-Advisors. Our services are provided on a discretionary or
non-discretionary basis to a variety of clients, such as institutional investors, individuals, high net worth
individuals, trusts and estates, qualified purchasers, and individual participants of retirement plans. In addition,
we may also provide advisory services to entities such as businesses and other investment advisors.
Account Requirements
MartinWright Advisory may impose a stated minimum fee or minimum portfolio value for starting and maintaining
an investment management relationship. Certain Independent Managers/Sub-Advisors may, however, impose more
restrictive account requirements and billing practices from the Firm. In these instances, the Firm may alter its
corresponding account requirements and/or billing practices to accommodate those of the Independent
Managers/Sub-Advisors.
ITEM 8 - METHODS OF ANALYSIS, INVESTMENT STRATEGIES, AND
RISK OF LOSS
Methods of Analysis and Investment Strategies
MartinWright Advisory generally uses one or more of the following methods of analysis or investment strategies
when providing investment advice to you.
The Firm selects categories of investments based on the client's attitudes about risk and their need for capital
appreciation or income. Different instruments involve different levels of exposure to risk. We seek to select
individual securities with characteristics that are most consistent with the client’s objectives. Since the Firm treats
each client account uniquely, client portfolios with similar investment objectives and asset allocation goals may
own different securities.
General Investment Strategies
The Firm generally uses diversification in an effort to minimize risk and optimize the potential return of a
portfolio. More specifically, we utilize multiple asset classes, investment styles, market capitalizations, sectors, and
regions to provide diversification. Each portfolio composition is determined in accordance with the client’s
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investment objectives, risk tolerance, and time horizon. We utilize both passive and active investment
management strategies in an effort to optimize portfolios.
Our general investment strategy is to seek real capital growth proportionate to the level of risk the client is
willing to take. We develop a Client Profile to help identify the client’s investment objectives, time horizon, risk
tolerance, tax considerations, target asset allocation, and any special considerations and/or restrictions the client
chooses to place on the management of the account. The Firm will then recommend investments that we feel are
consistent with the Client Profile.
After defining client needs, the Firm develops and implements plans for the client’s account. Then, we monitor
the results and make adjustments as needed. As the initial assumptions change, the plans themselves may need to
be adapted. Continuous portfolio management is important in an effort to keep the client’s portfolio consistent
with the client’s objectives.
Technical Analysis
Technical analysis involves studying past price patterns, trends, and interrelationships in the financial markets to
assess risk-adjusted performance and predict the direction of both the overall market and specific securities.
However, there is no assurance of accurate forecasts or that trends will develop in the markets we follow. In the
past, there have been periods without discernible trends, and similar periods will presumably occur in the future.
Even where major trends develop, outside factors like government intervention could potentially shorten them.
translate
Furthermore, one limitation of technical analysis is that it requires price movement data, which can
into price trends sufficient to dictate a market entry or exit decision. In a trendless or erratic market, a technical
method may fail to identify trends requiring action. In addition, technical methods may overreact to minor price
movements, establishing positions contrary to overall price trends, which may result in losses. Finally, a technical
trading method may underperform other trading methods when fundamental factors dominate price moves
within a given market.
The calculations that underlie our system, methods, and strategies involve many variables, including determinants
from information generated by computers and/or charts. The use of a computer in collating information or in
developing and operating a trading method does not assure the success of the method because a computer is
merely an aid in compiling and organizing trade information.
Accordingly, no assurance is given that the decisions based on computer-generated information will produce
profits for a client’s account.
Relative Strength Analysis
Relative strength measures one stock versus another or a group of stocks versus an index, such as the S&P 500.
Through relative strength analysis, we can rank areas of the market that are outperforming or underperforming
the broad market, whether the Russell 3000 or S&P 500. For our purposes, we use the S&P 500. We then add
the highest relative strength sectors and macro areas (i.e., small cap vs. large cap) to our investment model, using
primarily ETFs. The general premise is that those areas of the market with the highest relative strength
outperform over the long term. Additionally, as a risk override, we run a moving average analysis to identify
when markets are most vulnerable, and from time to time lighten market exposure.
Fundamental Analysis
Fundamental analysis assesses the financial health and management effectiveness of a business by analyzing a
company’s financial reports, key financial ratios, industry developments, economic data, competitive landscape,
and management. The objective of fundamental analysis is to use historical and
current financial data to assess the stock valuation of a company, evaluate company profitability, credit risk, and
forecast future performance of the company and its share price. Fundamental analysis assumptions and
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calculations are based on historical data and forecasts; therefore, the quality of information and assumptions
used is critical. Differences can exist between market fundamentals and how they are analyzed.
Charting Analysis
Charting analysis involves the use of patterns in performance charts. We use this charting technique to search for
patterns in an effort to predict favorable conditions for buying and/or selling a security.
Mutual Funds/ETFs
In analyzing mutual funds and ETFs, we may use various sources of information. We review key characteristics
such as historical performance, consistency of returns, risk level, and size of fund. Expense ratio and other costs
are also significant factors in fund selection. We also subscribe to/access additional information from other
sources that inform our general macroeconomic view.
Options
We may use options as an investment strategy. An option is a contract that gives the buyer the right, but not
the obligation, to buy or sell an asset (such as a share of stock) at a specific price on or before a certain date. An
option, just like a stock or bond, is a security. An option is also a derivative because it derives its value from an
underlying asset. The two types of options are calls and puts. A call gives the holder the right to buy an asset at
a certain price within a specific period of time. A call may be purchased if the expectation is that the stock will
increase substantially in value before the option expires. It may also be sold as a hedge to protect gains or
principal of an existing holding (covered calls). A put gives the holder the right to sell an asset at a certain price
within a specific period of time. A put may be purchased if the expectation is that the stock will decrease
substantially in value before the option expires. They are typically purchased as a hedge to protect gains or th e
principal of a portfolio. There are various option strategies that we may deploy in a strategy, as appropriate for
a client’s needs. These include but may not be limited to covered options (selling a call or put for a premium
payment while retaining the cash or securities required to facilitate the underlying purchase or sale of securities
if an option is exercised) or spreads/straddles (buying or selling call or put options on the same or opposite
side of the market to benefit from the bid/ask “spread” or to straddle the market based on value or time
variances).
Alternative Investments
We may use Alternative Investments as a way to diversify a portfolio. Alternative Investments are considered
to be “non-correlated” assets, meaning that they do not tend to run up or down (track) with the market like
standard securities typically do. The main goal of alternatives is to provide access to other return sources, with
the potential benefit of reducing the risk of a client’s portfolio, improving returns, or both.
Modern Portfolio Theory (MPT)
We may use Modern Portfolio Theory, which is a theory of investment that attempts to maximize portfolio
expected return for a given amount of portfolio risk, or equivalently, minimize risk for a given level of expected
return, by carefully diversifying the proportions of various assets.
Tactical Asset Allocation
We may use a tactical asset allocation strategy in the shorter term to deviate from a client’s long-term strategic
asset allocation target in an effort to take advantage of what we perceive as market pricing anomalies or strong
market sectors or to avoid perceived weak sectors. Once they achieve the desired short-term opportunities or
perceive those opportunities have passed, we generally return a client’s portfolio to the original strategic asset
mix.
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Cash as a Strategic Asset
We may use cash as a strategic asset and, at times, move or keep clients’ assets in cash or cash equivalents.
While high cash levels can help protect a client’s assets during periods of market decline, there is a risk that our
timing in moving to cash is less than optimal upon either exit or reentry into the market, potentially resulting in
missed opportunities during positive market moves.
Long-term Holding
Long-term holding involves securities purchased with the expectation that the value of those securities will grow
over a relatively long period of time, generally greater than one year. We do not generally purchase securities for
clients with the intent to sell the securities within 30 days of purchase, as we do not generally use short-term
trading as an investment strategy. However, there may be times when we will sell a security for a client when the
client has held the position for less than 30 days.
We do not attempt to time short-term market swings. Short-term buying and selling of securities are
typically
limited to those cases where a purchase has resulted in an unanticipated gain or loss, in which we believe that a
subsequent sale is in the best interest of the client.
Short-term Holding
Short-term holding involves securities purchased with the expectation that they will be sold within a relatively
short period of time, generally less than one year, to take advantage of the securities' short-term price fluctuations.
We do not attempt to time short-term market swings. Short-term buying and selling of securities are
typically
limited to those cases where a purchase has resulted in an unanticipated gain or loss, in which we believe that a
subsequent sale is in the best interest of the client.
Trend
We may manage client assets using a trend-following methodology based on the 200-day average and grounded in
a strong sell discipline for all positions within the portfolio.
Dollar-Cost-Averaging
Dollar-cost averaging involves investing money in multiple installments over time to take advantage of price
fluctuations in an attempt to get a lower average cost per share.
Defensive Strategies
If we anticipate poor near-term prospects for equity markets, we may adopt a defensive strategy for clients’
accounts by investing substantially in fixed-income securities and/or money market instruments. We may also
utilize low, non, or negative correlated investments through mutual funds and ETFs. There can be no guarantee
that the use of defensive techniques would be successful in avoiding losses.
Margin
Some clients of the Firm maintain margin accounts to facilitate short-term borrowing needs, which are unrelated
to our investment strategy (ies). For some high-net-worth (HNW) clients that are seeking a more aggressive
strategy for their portfolio, we may work with those clients on an individual basis to develop a leveraged strategy
utilizing margin to increase market participation in the portfolio as part of a customized investment strategy.
Clients are responsible for any brokerage or margin charges in addition to advisory fees. Risks of using margin
include “margin calls” (also called "fed calls" or "maintenance calls.") Margin calls occur when account values
decrease below minimum maintenance margin levels established by the broker-dealer that holds the securities
in the client’s account, requiring the investor to deposit additional money or securities into their margin account.
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While the use of margin borrowing can increase returns, it can also magnify losses. Clients must specifically
request to establish a margin account.
Additional Strategies
Clients interested in learning more about any of the above strategies should contact us for more
information
and/or refer to the prospectus of any mutual fund. We may also consider additional strategies at the specific
client's request.
Investing Involves Risk
General Risks of Owning Securities
Investing in securities involves the risk of loss that clients should be prepared to bear. While the stock market
may increase and account(s) could enjoy a gain, it is also possible that the stock market may decrease, and
account(s) could suffer a loss. It is important that clients understand the risks associated with investing in the
stock market, are appropriately diversified in investments, and ask us any questions they may have.
Risk of Loss
Diversification does not guarantee a profit or guarantee to protect against loss, and there is no guarantee that
investment objectives will be achieved. The Firm's strategies and recommendations may lose value. All
investments have certain risks involved, including, but not limited to, the following:
• Alternative Investment Risk: Alternative Investments involve a high degree of risk, often engage in
leveraging and other speculative investment practices that may increase the risk of investment loss, can
be highly illiquid, are not always required to provide periodic pricing or valuation information to
investors, may involve complex tax structures and delays in distributing important tax information, are
not subject to the same regulatory requirements as mutual funds, often charge high fees which may
offset any trading profits, and in many cases the underlying investments are not transparent and are
known only to the investment manager. Alternative investment performance can be volatile. An investor
could lose all or a substantial amount of his or her investment.
• Catastrophic Events Risk: The value of securities may decline as a result of various catastrophic events,
such as pandemics, natural disasters, and terrorism. Losses resulting from these catastrophic events can
be substantial and could have a material adverse effect on our business and clients.
• Credit Risk: Most fixed-income instruments are dependent on the underlying credit of the issuer. If we
are wrong about the underlying financial strength of an issuer, we may purchase securities where the
issuer and other counterparties may not honor their obligations or may have their debt downgraded by
rating agencies. If this happens, a portfolio could sustain an unrealized or realized loss.
• Currency Risk: The value of a portfolio’s investments may fall as a result of changes in exchange rates.
• Cyber Security Risk: With the increased use of technologies such as the Internet and the dependence on
computer systems to perform necessary business functions, the Firm may be susceptible to operational
and information security risks resulting from cyber-attacks and/or other technological malfunctions. In
general, cyberattacks are deliberate, but unintentional events may have similar effects. Cyber-attacks
include, among others, stealing or corrupting data maintained online or digitally, preventing legitimate
users from accessing information or services on a website, releasing confidential information without
authorization, gaining unauthorized access to digital systems for the purpose of misappropriation of
assets, and causing operational disruptions. Cyber-attacks may also be carried out in a manner that does
not require gaining unauthorized access, such as causing a denial of service. Successful cyber-attacks
against or security breakdowns of the Firm may adversely affect the client. The Firm may have limited
ability to prevent or mitigate cyber-attacks or security or technology breakdowns affecting clients. While
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the Firm has established business continuity plans and systems designed to prevent or reduce the
impact of cyberattacks, such plans and systems are subject to inherent limitations.
• Derivative Risk: Derivatives are securities, such as futures contracts or options, whose value is derived
from that of other securities or indices. Derivatives can be used for hedging (attempting to reduce risk
by offsetting one investment position with another) or non-hedging purposes. Hedging with derivatives
may increase expenses, and there is no guarantee that a hedging strategy will achieve the desired results.
Utilizing derivatives can cause greater than ordinary investment risk, which could result in losses.
• Emerging Markets Risk: To the extent that a portfolio invests in issuers located in emerging markets,
the risk may be heightened by political changes and changes in taxation or currency controls that could
adversely affect the values of these investments. Emerging markets have been more volatile than the
markets of developed countries with more mature economies.
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• ETF and Mutual Fund Risk: When we invest in an ETF or mutual fund for a client, the client will bear
additional expenses based on its pro rata share of the ETF or mutual fund’s operating expenses,
including the potential duplication of management fees. The risk of owning an ETF or mutual fund
greatly reflects the risks of owning the underlying securities the ETF or mutual fund holds. Clients may
also incur brokerage costs when purchasing ETFs.
Independent Manager Risk: As stated above, the Firm may select certain Independent Managers to
manage a portion of its clients’ assets. In these situations, the Firm continues to conduct ongoing due
diligence of such managers, but such recommendations rely to a great extent on the Independent
Managers’ ability to successfully implement their investment strategies. In addition, the Firm generally
may not have the ability to supervise the Independent Managers on a day-to-day basis.
Industry Risk: The portfolio’s investments could be concentrated within one industry or group of
industries. Any factors detrimental to the performance of such industries will disproportionately impact
a portfolio. Investments focused on a particular industry are subject to greater risk and are more greatly
impacted by market volatility than less concentrated investments.
Inflation Risk: Most fixed-income instruments will sustain losses if inflation increases or the market
anticipates increases in inflation. If we enter a period of moderate or heavy inflation, the value of
fixed-income securities could go down.
Interest Rate Risk: Fluctuations in interest rates may cause investment prices to fluctuate.
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• Managed Portfolio Risk: Investments vary with the success and failure of our investment strategies,
research, analysis, and determination of portfolio securities. If our investment strategies do not produce
the expected returns, the value of the investment may decrease. The success of the Firm’s strategy for
an account or Portfolio is subject to the Firm’s ability to continually analyze and select appropriate
investments and allocate and re-allocate the investments consistent with the intended investment
objectives and risk parameters. There is no assurance that the Firm’s efforts will be successful.
• Margin Risk: Certain strategies or portfolios (such as options) require the use of a margin account to
establish required positions. The use of margin carries risks that clients should understand. In volatile
markets, security prices can fall very quickly. If the net value of a client’s account (less the amount the
client owes to the broker) falls below a certain level, the broker will issue a “margin call,” and the client
will be required to sell the security (and other positions) or add more cash to the account. You could lose
more money than you originally invested. Additionally, the client must pay interest on the margin balance
owed to the broker until it is repaid in full. The amount of margin interest will diminish the client’s profits
and, in some cases, could cause net losses in the client’s account.
• Market Risk: The value of securities in the portfolio will fluctuate and, as a result, the value may decline
suddenly or over a sustained period of time.
• Non-U.S. Securities Risk: Non-U.S. securities are subject to the risks of foreign currency fluctuations,
generally higher volatility, lower liquidity than U.S. securities, less developed securities markets and
economic systems, and political-economic instability.
• Option Risk: Changes in the market price or other economic attributes of the underlying investment,
changes in the realized or perceived volatility of the relevant market and underlying investment, and
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time remaining before an option’s expiration affect the market price of options. If the market for the
options becomes less liquid or smaller, the market price of the options may be adversely affected. The
Firm may close out a written option position by buying the option instead of letting it expire or be
exercised. The Firm may close out long options by selling instead of letting them expire or be exercised.
There can be no assurance that a liquid market will exist when the Firm seeks to close out an option
position by buying or selling the option. When the Firm writes (sells) an option, it faces the risk that it
will experience a loss if the option purchaser exercises the option sold by the Firm. Writing options can
cause the client’s account to be highly volatile, and it may be subject to sudden and substantial losses.
The Firm’s option positions will be marked to market on each day that the exchanges are open. The
Firm’s option transactions will be subject to limitations established by each of the exchanges, boards of
trade, or other trading facilities on which such options are traded. These limitations govern the
maximum number of options in each class that may be written or purchased by a single investor or
group of investors acting in concert, regardless of whether the options are written or purchased on the
same or different exchanges, boards of trade, or other trading facilities or are held or written in one or
more accounts or through one or more brokers. The decision on when and how to use options involves
the exercise of skill and judgment. Market behavior or unexpected events can adversely affect a well-
executed options
program. Anticipation of future movements in securities prices or other economic factors of the
underlying investments impacts the success of an option strategy. No assurances on the Firm’s judgment
being correct can be given.
• Trading Risk: The Firm may use frequent trading (in general, selling securities within 30 days of
purchasing the same securities) as an investment strategy when managing your account(s). Frequent
trading is not a fundamental part of our overall investment strategy, but we may use this strategy
occasionally when we determine that it is suitable given your stated investment objectives and tolerance
for risk. This may include buying and selling securities frequently in an effort to capture significant
market gains and avoid significant losses. When a frequent trading policy is in effect, there is a risk that
investment performance within your account may be negatively affected, particularly through increased
brokerage and other transactional costs and taxes.
ITEM 9 - DISCIPLINARY INFORMATION
MartinWright Advisory and our personnel seek to maintain the highest level of business professionalism, integrity,
and ethics. We are required to disclose the facts of any legal or disciplinary events that are material to a client’s
evaluation of our business or the integrity of our management. We do not have any required disclosures for
this Item.
ITEM 10 - OTHER FINANCIAL INDUSTRY ACTIVITIES AND
AFFILIATIONS
MartinWright Advisory is required to disclose any relationship or arrangement that is material to its advisory
business or to its clients with certain related persons.
Licensed Insurance Agents
Certain of the MartinWright Advisory Supervised Persons are licensed insurance agents and may offer certain
insurance products on a fully disclosed commissionable basis. A conflict of interest exists to the extent that the
Firm recommends the purchase of insurance products where its Supervised Persons may be entitled to
insurance commissions or other additional compensation. We take our fiduciary duty and professional
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responsibility very seriously and always endeavor to act in the Clients’ best interest, regardless of any such
affiliations.
Retirement Plan Accounts
MartinWright Advisory may from time to time recommend the rollover to an IRA from an employer-sponsored
retirement plan. This product will be recommended when it is deemed by the Firm to be in the best interest of
the client. It is understood that the Advisor will receive a management fee paid by the client, as indicated by the
client agreement that will be signed when the account is opened.
When the Firm provides investment advice to clients regarding their retirement plan account or individual
retirement account, the Firm is a fiduciary within the meaning of Title I of the Employee Retirement Income
Security Act and/or the Internal Revenue Code, as applicable, which are laws governing retirement accounts.
The way the Firm makes money creates some conflicts with client interests, so the Firm operates under a special
rule that requires us to act in the client’s best interest and not put our interest ahead of theirs.
Under this special rule’s provisions, the Firm must:
• Meet a professional standard of care when making investment recommendations (give prudent advice);
• Never put our financial interests ahead of the client when making recommendations (give loyal advice);
• Avoid misleading statements about conflicts of interest, fees, and investments;
• Follow policies and procedures designed to ensure that the Firm gives advice that is in the client’s best
interest;
• Charge no more than is reasonable for services; and
• Give the client basic information about conflicts of interest.
When recommending the rollover to an IRA from an employer-sponsored retirement plan, the client will be
provided with disclosure on the reasons why the transaction is in their best interest, it will be required to be
signed by both the client and the advisor, and will be maintained in the Client’s file.
Other Financial Industry Activities and Affiliations
Sanctuary Wealth, which is the sole owner of TIAM is affiliated with the following entities:
• Sanctuary Advisors, LLC is an SEC-registered investment advisor based in Indianapolis, IN which is
wholly owned by Sanctuary Wealth.
• Two West Capital Advisors, LLC is a separately owned SEC-registered investment advisor based in
Overland Park, KS that operates under the names Two West Advisors (TWA) and GoalPath. Sanctuary
Wealth has a 5% ownership interest in TWA.
• KL SWG AIV, LLC (the “KL Fund”), a pooled investment vehicle, as a result of the KL Fund holding
a convertible loan entitling the KL Fund and certain of its affiliates to certain consent and board
appointment rights with respect to Sanctuary Wealth both prior to and following conversion of the loan.
As a result of the KL Fund’s convertible loan, TIAM is also affiliated with the KL Fund, as well as the
following:
o Kennedy Lewis Management LP (“KLM” and together with its affiliates, “Kennedy Lewis”), a
registered investment adviser, because KLM is affiliated with the manager of the KL Fund; and
o Generate Advisors, LLC (“Generate Advisors” and together with the KL Fund, KLM, and their
affiliates, “Kennedy Lewis”), a registered investment adviser that manages collateralized loan
obligation assets, because Generate Advisors is under common control with KLM.
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• Azimut US Holdings, Inc. (“AZ US Holdings”), a holding company, as a result of AZ US Holdings
holding equity interests in Sanctuary Wealth that entitle AZ US Holdings to certain consent and board
appointment rights with respect to Sanctuary Wealth. As a result of AZ US Holdings’ equity interests
in Sanctuary Wealth, TIAM is also affiliated with AZ US Holdings, as well as the following:
o Azimut Group, a European investment manager, because AZ US Holdings is a subsidiary
Azimut Group;
o Azimut Genesis Advisors, LLC (“Azimut Genesis”), a registered investment adviser, because
AZ US Holdings holds a majority ownership interest in Azimut Genesis; and
o AZG Capital LLC ("AZG Capital" and together with AZ US Holdings, Azimut Group, Azimut
Genesis, and their affiliates, “Azimut”), a registered investment adviser, because AZ US
Holdings holds a majority ownership interest in AZG Capital.
• Sanctuary Insurance Solutions, LLC provides wealth and succession plans for high-net-worth clients.
• Sanctuary Global, LLC provides services, solutions, and resources for conducting business globally.
• Sanctuary Asset Management Solutions, LLC is an integrated asset management solution, which
provides the opportunity to create scale and efficiency within their investment process.
• Sanctuary Global Family Office, LLC advises on family office formation, needs assessment, and
assessing governance and controls of the family office.
From time to time, TIAM or its affiliates will make certain investment products (including, without limitation,
business development companies and private funds), sponsored or managed by or services provided by Kennedy
Lewis or Azimut or other affiliates (such products, “Affiliate Products and Services”) available to the Firm’s
clients through Sanctuary Wealth’s platform, and TIAM may recommend that its clients invest in Affiliate
Products and Services. In such instances, we will be subject to conflicts of interest because the KL Fund’s and
AZ US Holdings’ interests in Sanctuary Wealth create an incentive for Sanctuary Wealth and its affiliates
(including TIAM) to increase clients’ investments in products that, like the Affiliate Products, and Services
financially benefit Kennedy Lewis and Azimut. The Firm believes that these conflicts are mitigated by the fact
that investment products, including Affiliate Products and Services, are generally subject to investment
committee review prior to being included on Sanctuary Wealth’s platform, and because the Firm requires that
investment recommendations be in the client’s best interest.
The Firm will at all times put the interests of its clients ahead of its own as part of its fiduciary duties. Clients
should be aware that the payment of referral fees between the parties creates a conflict of interest and may affect
the judgment of individuals who make referral recommendations as they may be incented to recommend
programs based on compensation received, rather than on the client’s needs. Clients are under no obligation to
purchase services recommended by TIAM or TWA associated persons or to purchase services through TWA.
TIAM may provide investment advisory services to its affiliates.
ITEM 11 - CODE OF ETHICS, PARTICIPATION OR INTEREST IN
CLIENT TRANSACTIONS AND PERSONAL TRADING
Code of Ethics
MartinWright Advisory believes that we owe clients the highest level of trust and fair dealing. As part of our
fiduciary duty, we place the interests of our clients ahead of the interests of the firm and our personnel. We have
adopted a Code of Ethics that emphasizes the high standards of conduct that the Firm seeks to observe. Our
personnel are required to conduct themselves with integrity at all times and follow the principles and policies
detailed in our Code of Ethics.
The Firm’s Code of Ethics attempts to address specific conflicts of interest that we have either identified or
that could likely arise. The Firm’s personnel are required to follow clear guidelines from the Code of Ethics in
areas such as gifts and entertainment, other business activities, prohibitions of insider trading, and adherence
to applicable federal securities laws. Additionally, individuals who formulate investment advice for clients or
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who have access to nonpublic information regarding any clients’ purchase or sale of securities are subject to
personal trading policies governed by the Code of Ethics (see below).
The Firm will provide a complete copy of the Code of Ethics to any client or prospective client upon request.
Personal Trading Practices
The Firm and our personnel may purchase or sell securities for themselves, regardless of whether the
transaction would be appropriate for a client’s account. The Firm and our personnel may purchase or sell
securities for themselves that we also recommend/utilize for clients. This includes related securities (e.g.,
warrants, options, or other derivatives). This presents a potential conflict of interest, as we have an incentive
to take investment opportunities from clients for our own benefit, favor our personal trades over client
transactions when allocating trades, or use the information about the transactions we intend to make for clients
to our personal benefit by trading ahead of clients.
Our policies to address these conflicts include the following:
1. The client receives the opportunity to act on investment decisions/recommendations prior to and in
preference to accounts of our Firm Associates.
2. The Firm prohibits trading in a manner that takes personal advantage of price movements caused by
client transactions.
3. If a Firm Associate wishes to purchase or sell the same security as he/she recommends or takes action
to purchase or sell for a client, he/she will not do so until the custodian fills the client’s order if the
order cannot be aggregated with the client's order. As a result of this policy, it is possible that clients
may receive a better or worse price than the Firm Associate for transactions in the same security on
the same day as a client.
4. The Firm requires our Firm Associates to report personal securities transactions on at least a quarterly
basis.
5. Conflicts of interest also may arise when Firm Associates become aware of limited offerings or IPOs,
including private placements or offerings of interests in limited partnerships or any thinly traded
securities, whether public or private. Given the inherent potential for conflict, limited offerings, and
IPOs demand extreme care. Firm Associates are required to obtain pre-approval from the Chief
Compliance Officer before trading in limited offerings and are prohibited from transacting in IPOs for
personal accounts.
6. Under certain limited circumstances, we make exceptions to the policies stated above. The Firm will
maintain records of these trades, including the reasons for any exceptions.
ITEM 12 - BROKERAGE PRACTICES
MartinWright Advisory generally requests accounts that are not managed by third-party Independent
Managers/Sub-Advisors to be established with Goldman Sachs Custody Solutions (“GS”), member
FINRA/SIPC. The Firm engages custodians to clear transactions and custody assets. The custodians provide the
Firm with services that assist us in managing and administering clients' accounts which include software and
other technology that (I ) provide access to client account data (such as trade confirmations and account
statements); (ii) facilitate trade execution and allocate aggregated trade orders for multiple client accounts; (iii)
provide research, pricing and other market data; (iv) facilitate payment of fees from its clients' accounts; and (v)
assist with certain back-office functions, recordkeeping and client reporting.
As part of the arrangement described above, the custodians also make certain research and brokerage services
available at no additional cost to our firm. These services include certain research and brokerage services,
including research services obtained by the custodians directly from independent research companies, as selected
by our Firm (within specific parameters). Research products and services provided by the custodians to our
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firm may include research reports on recommendations or other information about, particular companies or
industries; economic surveys, data and analyses; financial publications; portfolio evaluation services; financial
database software services; computerized news and pricing services; quotation equipment for use in running
software used in investment decision-making;
and other products or services that provide lawful and
appropriate assistance by the custodians to our firm in the performance of our investment decision-making
responsibilities. The aforementioned research and brokerage services are used by our firm to manage accounts.
Without this arrangement, our firm might be compelled to purchase the same or similar services at our own
expense.
As a result of receiving the services discussed above, we have an incentive to continue to use or expand the use
of the custodians’ services. Our firm examined this conflict of interest when we chose to enter into the relationship
with the custodians, and we have determined that the relationship is in the best interest of our firm’s clients and
satisfies our client obligations, including our duty to seek best execution.
The custodians charge brokerage commissions and transaction fees for effecting certain securities transactions
(i.e., transaction fees are charged for certain no-load mutual funds, and commissions are charged for individual
equity and debt securities transactions).
The custodians generally do not charge clients separately for custody services but are compensated by account
holders through commissions and other transaction-related or asset-based fees for securities
trades that are
executed through the custodians or that settle into accounts at the custodians. The custodians charge brokerage
commissions and transaction fees for effecting certain securities transactions (i.e., transaction fees are charged
for certain no-load mutual funds, and commissions are charged for individual equity and debt securities
transactions). The custodians enable us to obtain many no-load mutual funds without transaction charges and
other no-load funds at nominal transaction charges. The custodians’ commission rates are generally discounted
from customary retail commission rates. However, the commission and transaction fees charged by the
custodians may be higher or lower than those charged by other custodians and broker-dealers.
We may aggregate (combine) trades for ourselves or our associated persons with client trades, provided
that the following conditions are met:
1. Our policy for the aggregation of transactions shall be fully disclosed separately to our existing clients
(if any) and the broker-dealer(s) through which such transactions will be placed;
2. We will not aggregate transactions unless we believe that aggregation is consistent with our duty to seek
the best execution (which includes the duty to seek best price) for the client and is consistent with the
terms of our investment advisory agreement with the client for which trades are being aggregated.
3. No advisory client will be favored over any other client; each client that participates in an aggregated
security on a given
order will participate at the average share price for all our transactions in a given
business day, with transaction costs based on each client’s participation in the transaction.
4. We will prepare a procedure specifying how to allocate the order among those clients.
5. If the aggregated order is filled in its entirety, it will be allocated among clients in accordance with the
allocation statement; if the order is partially filled, it will be allocated pro rata based on the allocation
statement.
6. Our books and records will separately reflect, for each client account, the orders aggregated, the
securities held by, and bought for that account.
7. We will receive no additional compensation or remuneration of any kind as a result of the proposed
aggregation; and,
8. Individual advice and treatment will be accorded to each advisory client.
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As a matter of policy and practice, we do not utilize research, research-related products, and other services
obtained from broker-dealers or third parties on a soft dollar commission basis other than what is described
above.
Factors Considered in Recommending Custodians
MartinWright Advisory considers several factors in recommending custodians to a client. Factors that we
consider when recommending custodians may include financial strength, reputation, execution, pricing,
reporting, research, and service. We will also take into consideration the availability of the products and services
received or offered (detailed above) by the custodians.
Directed Brokerage Transactions
The Firm does not allow clients to direct brokerage to a specific broker-dealer. For an individual third-party
Independent Manager’s and/or Sub-Advisor’s policy on directed brokerage transactions, please refer to Item 12
– Brokerage Practices of that manager's Form ADV 2A brochure.
Special Considerations for ERISA Clients
A retirement or ERISA plan client may direct all or part of portfolio transactions for its account through a
specific broker or dealer in order to obtain goods or services on behalf of the plan. Such direction is permitted
provided that the goods and services provided are reasonable expenses of the plan incurred in the ordinary
course of its business for which it otherwise would be obligated and empowered to pay. ERISA prohibits
directed brokerage arrangements when the goods or services purchased are not for the
exclusive benefit of
the plan. Consequently, we will request that plan sponsors who direct plan brokerage provide us with a letter
documenting that this arrangement will be for the exclusive benefit of the plan.
Trade Errors
MartinWright Advisory has implemented procedures designed to prevent trade errors; however, trade errors in
client accounts cannot always be avoided. Consistent with our fiduciary duty, it is our policy to correct trade
errors in a manner that is in the best interest of the client. In cases where the client causes the trade error, the
client will be responsible for any loss resulting from the correction. Depending on the specific circumstances
of the trade error, the client may not be able to receive any gains generated as a result of
the error correction.
In all situations where the client does not cause the trade error, the client will be made whole, and we will absorb
any loss resulting from the trade error if the error was caused by the Firm. If the error is caused by the Custodian,
the Custodian will be responsible for covering all trade error costs. If an investment gain results from the
corrected trade, the gain will be donated to charity. We will never benefit or profit from trade errors.
ITEM 13 - REVIEW OF ACCOUNTS
Account Reviews & Reporting
Managed Accounts Reviews
MartinWright Advisory manages portfolios on a continuous basis and generally reviews all positions in client
accounts on a
regular basis, but no less than annually. We generally offer account reviews to clients annually.
Clients may choose to receive reviews in person, by telephone, or via e-mail. Firm Associates conducts reviews
based on a variety of factors. These factors include, but are not limited to, stated investment objectives, economic
environment, outlook for the securities markets, and the merits of the securities in the accounts.
In addition, we may conduct a special review of an account based on, but not limited to, the following:
1. A change in the client’s investment objectives, guidelines, and/or financial situation;
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2. Changes in diversification;
3. Tax considerations; or
4. Material cash deposits or withdrawals.
Third Party and/or Sub-Advisor Accounts
The Firm periodically reviews third-party Independent Manager and/or Sub-Advisor reports provided to the
client, but no less often than on a semi-annual basis. We contact clients from time to time, as agreed to with the
client, in order to review their financial situation and objectives; communicate information to third-party
Independent Managers and/or Sub-Advisors as warranted; and assist the client in understanding and evaluating
the services provided by the third-party Independent Manager and/or Sub-Advisor. The client is expected to
notify us of any changes in his/her financial situation, investment objectives, or account restrictions that could
affect their account. The client may also directly contact the third-party Independent Manager and/or Sub-
Advisor managing the account or sponsoring the program. Clients who utilize third-party Independent Managers
and/or Sub-Advisors should review the third-party Independent Manager’s and/or Sub-Advisor’s Form ADV
Part 2 Item 13 – Review of Accounts regarding account reviews, types of written reports provided, and
frequency of such reports.
Consulting Service
Consultation clients do not receive reviews of their written plans unless they take action to schedule a financial
consultation with us or separately contract with us for a post-financial plan meeting or update to their initial
written financial plan. The type of reporting is agreed upon by the Firm and the client on a case-by-case basis. We
do not provide ongoing services to financial consultation clients, but are willing to meet with such clients upon
their request to discuss updates to their plans or changes in their circumstances. We provide financial
consultation services to the client. In cases when we have been contracted to conduct ongoing financial
consultation services, we will conduct reviews as agreed upon with the client.
ITEM 14 - CLIENT REFERRALS AND OTHER COMPENSATION
Brokerage Support Products and Services
MartinWright Advisory receives an economic benefit from the brokers used for transactions in client accounts
in the form of
the support products and services they make available to us and other independent firms whose
clients maintain their accounts at the broker. These products and services, how they benefit us, and the related
conflicts of interest are described above (see Item 12 – Brokerage Practices). We do not base particular investment
products and
advice, such as buying particular securities for our clients, on the availability of the brokers’
services to us.
Outside Compensation
MartinWright Advisory does not pay referral fees (non-commission-based) to independent promoters for the
referral of their clients to our firm.
Firm Associates may refer clients to unaffiliated professionals for specific needs, such as mortgage brokerage,
real estate sales, estate planning, legal, and/or tax/accounting. In turn, these professionals may refer clients to
our Firm Associates for investment management needs. We do not have any arrangements with individuals or
companies that we refer clients to, and we do not receive any compensation for these referrals.
However, it could be concluded that our Firm Associates are receiving an indirect economic benefit from this
practice, as the relationships are mutually beneficial. For example, there could be an incentive for us to
recommend the services of firms that refer clients to the Firm.
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We only refer clients to professionals we believe are competent and qualified in their field, but it is ultimately
the client’s responsibility to evaluate the provider, and it is solely the client’s decision whether to engage a
recommended firm. Clients are under no obligation to purchase any products or services through these
professionals, and we have no control over the services provided by another firm. Clients who choose to engage
these professionals will sign a separate agreement with the other firm. Fees charged by the other firm are separate
from and in addition to fees charged by the Firm.
If the client desires, our Firm Associates will work with these professionals or the client’s other advisors (such
as an accountant, attorney, or other investment advisor) to help ensure that the provider understands the client’s
investments and coordinates services for the client. We do not share information with an
unaffiliated
professional unless first authorized by the client.
Third-Party Independent Manager/Sub-Advisor
We may work with third-party Independent Managers/Sub-Advisors to service client accounts. They may receive
ongoing compensation in relation to these arrangements, of which details are fully disclosed to the clients at the
time of account opening. See also Item 5 - Third Party Accounts and/or Sub-Advisor and Item 10 – Third Party Managers
and/or Sub-Advisor.
ITEM 15 - CUSTODY
MartinWright Advisory and/or the Independent Managers/Sub-Advisors have limited custody of some of our
clients’ funds or securities when the clients authorize us to deduct our management fees directly from the client’s
account. A qualified custodian (generally a broker-dealer, bank, trust company, or other financial institution)
holds clients’ funds and securities. Clients will receive statements directly from their qualified custodian at least
quarterly. The statements will reflect the client’s funds and securities held with the qualified custodian as well as
any transactions that occurred in the account, including the deduction of our fee.
Clients should carefully review the account statements they receive from the qualified custodian. When clients
receive statements from the Firm as well as from the qualified custodian, they should compare these two reports
carefully. Clients with any questions about their statements should contact us at the address or phone number
on the cover of this brochure. Clients who do not receive a statement from their qualified custodian at least
quarterly should also notify us.
Third-Party Standing Letters of Authorization (“SLOA”)
MartinWright Advisory is deemed to have custody of clients’ funds or securities when clients have standing
authorizations with their custodian to move money from a client’s account to a third party (“SLOA”) and,
under that SLOA, it authorizes us to designate the amount or timing of transfers with the custodian.
The SEC has set forth a set of standards intended to protect client assets in such situations, which we follow.
By working with the qualified custodian, the Firm has in place seven provisions set forth by the SEC to assist in
mitigating risk. The below must be followed for clients with third-party SLOAs:
1.
2.
3.
The client provides an instruction to the qualified custodian, in writing, which includes the client’s
signature, the third party’s name, and either the third party’s address or the third party’s account number
at a custodian to which the transfer should be directed.
The client authorizes the Firm, in writing, either on the qualified custodian’s form or separately, to direct
transfers to the third party either on a specified schedule or from time to time.
The client’s qualified custodian performs appropriate verification of the instruction, such as a signature
review or other method to verify the client’s authorization, and provides a transfer of funds notice to the
client promptly after each transfer.
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4.
5.
6.
7.
The client can terminate or change the instruction to the client’s qualified custodian.
The Firm has no authority or ability to designate or change the identity of the third party, the address,
or any other information about the third party contained in the client’s instruction.
The Firm maintains records showing that the third party is not a related party of the Firm or located at
the same address as the Firm.
The client’s qualified custodian sends the client, in writing, an initial notice confirming the instruction
and an annual notice reconfirming the instruction.
As stated earlier in this section, account statements reflecting all activity on the account(s) are delivered directly from
the qualified custodian to each client or the client’s independent representative, at least quarterly. A client should
carefully review those statements and is urged to compare the statements against reports received from us. When a
client has questions about their account statements, they should contact us, the Advisor, or the qualified custodian
preparing the statement.
ITEM 16 - INVESTMENT DISCRETION
MartinWright Advisory accepts discretionary or non-discretionary authority over client accounts. If we are acting
in a discretionary capacity, we may place trades within a client account without pre-approval from the client. In
a non-discretionary capacity, each trade must be approved by the client.
When working with third-party Independent Managers/Sub-Advisors, generally, clients will sign agreements
directly with the third-party Independent Manager/Sub-Advisor. It is important to note that we do not offer
advice on any specific securities or other investments in connection with this service. Clients can find more
information about the discretionary authority granted to third-party managers in Item 16 – Investment Discretion of
each manager’s Form ADV disclosure brochure.
ITEM 17 - VOTING CLIENT SECURITIES
Voting of Proxies
In regard to SEC Rule 206(4)-6 under the Advisers Act, MartinWright Advisory will not vote proxies relating to
equity securities in client accounts, nor do we offer guidance on how to vote proxies.
Account holders may receive voting proxies or other similar solicitations sent directly from the custodian of
record or transfer agent. Note that we do not forward duplicate copies of these or any correspondence relating
to the voting of securities, class action litigation, or other corporate actions.
Each account holder will maintain exclusive responsibility for directing the manner in which proxies solicited by
issuers of securities that are beneficially owned shall be voted, as well as making all other elections relative to
mergers, acquisitions, tender offers, or other events pertaining to such holdings. We will answer limited questions
with respect to what a proxy voting request or other corporate matter may be and how to reach the issuer or its
legal representative.
Account holders of record maintain responsibility for directing the manner in which proxies solicited by issuers
of securities that are beneficially owned shall be voted, as well as making all other elections relative to mergers,
acquisitions, tender offers, or other legal matters or events pertaining to their holdings. The account holder
should consider contacting the issuer or their own legal counsel regarding specific questions they may have with
respect to a particular proxy solicitation or corporate action.
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Class Action Lawsuits
As a matter of company policy, Advisor does not file proofs of claim relating to class action lawsuits affecting
individual client accounts. However, upon the client’s request, the Advisor will provide any and all
documentation required to complete any such proof of claim.
Mutual Funds
The investment advisor that manages the assets of a registered investment company (i.e., mutual fund) generally
votes proxies issued on securities held by the mutual fund.
ITEM 18 - FINANCIAL INFORMATION
Registered investment advisors are required in this Item to provide clients with certain financial information or
disclosures about the firm’s financial condition. MartinWright Advisory does not require the prepayment of
more than $1,200 in fees per client, six months or more in advance, does not have or foresee any financial
condition that is reasonably likely to impair our ability to meet contractual commitments to clients, and has not
been the subject of a bankruptcy proceeding.
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