Overview
Assets Under Management: $220 million
Headquarters: OMAHA, NE
High-Net-Worth Clients: 74
Average Client Assets: $2 million
Services Offered
Services: Financial Planning, Portfolio Management for Individuals
Clients
Number of High-Net-Worth Clients: 74
Percentage of Firm Assets Belonging to High-Net-Worth Clients: 70.00
Average High-Net-Worth Client Assets: $2 million
Total Client Accounts: 359
Discretionary Accounts: 359
Regulatory Filings
CRD Number: 116265
Last Filing Date: 2025-01-29 00:00:00
Website: https://truemeasure.com
Form ADV Documents
Additional Brochure: TRUE MEASURE WEALTH MANAGEMENT PART 2A & 2B BROCHURE (2025-05-28)
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144 S. 39th Street
Omaha, NE 68131
(402) 342-1400
www.truemeasure.com
Firm Brochure
(Part 2A of Form ADV)
This brochure provides information about the qualifications and business
practices of TRUE MEASURE WEALTH MANAGEMENT. If you have any
questions about the contents of this brochure, please contact us at: (402)
342-1400 or by email at: info@truemeasure.com. The information in this
brochure has not been approved or verified by the United States Securities
and Exchange Commission, or by any state securities authority.
Additional information about TRUE MEASURE WEALTH MANAGEMENT
is available on the SEC’s website at www.adviserinfo.sec.gov.
May 28, 2025
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Material Changes
Annual Update
The material changes in this brochure from the last annual updating
amendment of True Measure Wealth Management on date are described
below. Material changes relate to True Measure Wealth Management’s
policies, practices or conflicts of interests.
• The firm has updated the language under its Disciplinary Information.
Full Brochure Available
Whenever you would like to receive a complete copy of our Firm Brochure,
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Table of Contents
Material Changes............................................................................................................ i
Annual Update ............................................................................................................ i
Full Brochure Available ............................................................................................... i
Advisory Business ......................................................................................................... i
Firm Description .......................................................................................................... i
Principal Owners ......................................................................................................... ii
Types of Advisory Services ......................................................................................... ii
Tailored Relationships ............................................................................................... iii
Types of Agreements ................................................................................................. iii
Advisory Agreement ................................................................................................... iii
Investment Management Agreement ......................................................................... iv
Hourly Planning Engagements .................................................................................. v
Asset Management .................................................................................................... v
Termination of Agreement ........................................................................................ vii
Written Acknowledgement of Fiduciary Status…………………………………………..8
Fees and Compensation .............................................................................................. ix
Description ................................................................................................................. ix
Fee Billing .................................................................................................................. ix
Other Fees ................................................................................................................. x
Expense Ratios .......................................................................................................... x
Past Due Accounts and Termination of Agreement ................................................... x
Performance-Based Fees ............................................................................................. x
Sharing of Capital Gains ............................................................................................ x
Types of Clients............................................................................................................ xi
Description ................................................................................................................. xi
Account Minimums ..................................................................................................... xi
Methods of Analysis, Investment Strategies and Risk of Loss ................................ xi
Methods of Analysis ................................................................................................... xi
Investment Strategies ................................................................................................ xi
Risk of Loss ............................................................................................................... xi
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Disciplinary Information ............................................................................................. xii
Legal and Disciplinary ............................................................................................... xii
Other Financial Industry Activities and Affiliations ................................................. xii
Financial Industry Activities ...................................................................................... xiii
Affiliations ................................................................................................................ xiii
Code of Ethics, Participation or Interest in Client Transactions and Personal
Trading ........................................................................................................................ xiii
Code of Ethics.......................................................................................................... xiii
Participation or Interest in Client Transactions ......................................................... xiii
Personal Trading...................................................................................................... xiii
Brokerage Practices ................................................................................................... xiv
Selecting Brokerage Firms ....................................................................................... xiv
Best Execution ......................................................................................................... xiv
Soft Dollars .............................................................................................................. xiv
Order Aggregation ................................................................................................... xiv
Review of Accounts ................................................................................................... xiv
Periodic Reviews ..................................................................................................... xiv
Client Referrals ............................................................................................................ xv
Incoming Referrals .................................................................................................... xv
Referrals Out ............................................................................................................ xv
Custody ........................................................................................................................ xv
Account Statements & Performance Reports ........................................................... xv
Net Worth Statements ............................................................................................... xv
Investment Discretion ................................................................................................. xv
Discretionary Authority for Trading ............................................................................ xv
Voting Client Securities ............................................................................................. xvi
Proxy Votes ............................................................................................................. xvi
Financial Information ................................................................................................. xvi
Financial Condition .................................................................................................. xvi
Business Continuity Plan ......................................................................................... xvii
General ................................................................................................................... xvii
Disasters ................................................................................................................. xvii
Alternate Offices ..................................................................................................... xvii
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Loss of Key Personnel ............................................................................................ xvii
Information Security Program .................................................................................. xvii
Information Security ................................................................................................ xvii
Privacy Notice ......................................................................................................... xvii
Brochure Supplement ................................................................................................. xx
Education and Business Standards ............................ Error! Bookmark not defined.
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True Measure Wealth Management
Advisory Business
Firm Description
TRUE MEASURE WEALTH MANAGEMENT, (formerly Meridian
Management) was founded in 1998.
TRUE MEASURE WEALTH MANAGEMENT provides personalized
confidential financial planning and investment management to individuals,
trusts, estates, and small businesses. Advice is provided through
consultation with the client and may include: determination of financial
objectives, identification of financial problems, cash flow management, tax
planning, insurance review, investment management, education funding,
retirement planning, and estate planning.
TRUE MEASURE WEALTH MANAGEMENT is a fee-only financial planning
and investment management firm. The firm is not affiliated with entities that
sell financial products, securities or insurance products.
Investment advice is an integral part of financial planning. In addition, TRUE
MEASURE WEALTH MANAGEMENT advises clients regarding cash flow,
college planning, retirement planning, tax planning and estate planning.
Investment advice is provided, with the client making the final decision on
investment selection. TRUE MEASURE WEALTH MANAGEMENT does not
act as a custodian of client assets. The client always maintains asset control.
Unless such authority is withheld by client, TRUE MEASURE WEALTH
MANAGEMENT will supervise and direct the investments of the account
subject to such limitations as client may impose by notice in writing. TRUE
MEASURE WEALTH MANAGEMENT, as agent and attorney-in-fact with
respect to the Account, may direct custodian to buy, sell, exchange, convert,
and otherwise trade in any stocks, bonds, index futures and index options,
and other securities (including money market, limited partnerships, mutual
funds and listed stock options). TRUE MEASURE WEALTH MANAGEMENT
will supervise and direct the investments of the account held at custodian on
a discretionary basis, unless client specifically requests otherwise.
An overview of each client's initial situation is provided to the client, often in
the form of a net worth statement. Periodic reviews are also communicated
to provide reminders of the specific courses of action that need to be taken.
Additional reviews may occur but are not necessarily communicated to the
client unless immediate changes are recommended.
Other professionals (e.g., lawyers, accountants, insurance agents, etc.) are
engaged directly by the client on an as-needed basis. Conflicts of interest will
be disclosed to the client in the unlikely event they should occur.
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The initial meeting, which may be by telephone, is free of charge and is
considered an exploratory interview to determine the extent to which financial
planning and investment management may be beneficial to the client.
Principal Owners
Patrick Tucker is a 100% stockholder.
Types of Advisory Services
TRUE MEASURE WEALTH MANAGEMENT provides asset management
services and furnishes investment advice through consultations. Client
establishes an investment advisory account(s) and appoints TRUE
MEASURE WEALTH MANAGEMENT as the advisor to supervise and
develop an asset allocation strategy using an appointed custodian to
implement said strategy in accordance with the client’s stated objectives, time
horizon, risk tolerance and financial goals. At a minimum, client will receive a
quarterly account statement from the custodian showing the account activity
as well as the positions held in the account at quarter end. The client may
also receive quarterly a written statement of investments of the account from
the custodian showing portfolio values including performance results for the
quarter.
TRUE MEASURE WEALTH MANAGEMENT uses the custodial services of
SEI, Charles Schwab & Co., and Betterment Institutional. SEI is a global
provider of asset management, investment processing, and investment
operations solutions for personal wealth management. SEI provides
investment advisors with comprehensive wealth management services
through outsourced investment management, back office, and administrative
functions. Charles Schwab & Co. is a provider of brokerage and custody
services to investment advisors and their clients. Betterment Institutional is a
provider of brokerage and custody services to investment advisors and their
clients. Given that each client’s situation is unique, a determination of which
custodian to appoint is determined after an evaluation of all relevant facts and
circumstances.
On more than an occasional basis, TRUE MEASURE WEALTH
MANAGEMENT furnishes advice to clients on matters not involving
securities, such as financial planning matters, taxation issues, and trust
services that often include estate planning.
Assets Under Management
As of December 2024, TRUE MEASURE WEALTH MANAGEMENT manages
approximately $ 219,756,637.00 assets for approximately 359 clients.
Approximately $ 219,756,637.00 is managed on a discretionary basis, and
$0.00 is managed on a non-discretionary basis.
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Tailored Relationships
The goals and objectives for each client are documented in our client
relationship management system.
Clients may impose restrictions on investing in certain securities or types of
securities.
Agreements may not be assigned without client consent.
Types of Agreements
The following agreements define the typical client relationships.
Advisory Agreement
Financial Planning Services
TRUE MEASURE WEALTH MANAGEMENT shall provide for client the
services identified on the statement of work (see below), or in any statement
of work subsequently entered into between the parties from time to time in
accordance with the requirements set forth on such statement of work. Client
shall pay TRUE MEASURE WEALTH MANAGEMENT fees for the services
as set forth on the statement of work. TRUE MEASURE WEALTH
MANAGEMENT has made and will make no guarantees or assurances as to
the outcome of any engagement or to the extent of time and effort that will be
involved in connection therewith, and specifically disclaims any warranties
client may be entitled to as a consumer. It is understood and agreed that
during the course of the engagement, client may elect not to implement
specific recommendations outlined and/or recommended by TRUE
MEASURE WEALTH MANAGEMENT. TRUE MEASURE WEALTH
MANAGEMENT may appoint or otherwise designate suitable employees,
agents and representatives to fulfill its obligations under this agreement and
the employment, supervision and compensation of such individuals shall be at
its sole and direct expense, responsibility and risk.
Statement of Work
Freedom of lifestyle requires clarity, focus and a unique perspective. At TRUE
MEASURE WEALTH MANAGEMENT we partner with our clients to maintain
lasting financial independence for more enjoyment today and confidence
about tomorrow. Our approach allows clients to capture a wealth of
opportunities through multi-faceted personal and business planning solutions.
Discovery
Maximize your personal and financial vision. During the first step of our
process, we’ll meet to discuss your lifestyle and legacy goals and will collect
current financial documents to assess areas of opportunities, challenges, and
strengths.
Direction
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Once we’ve identified objectives and completed a financial review, we’ll meet
to provide direction for moving forward. During this discussion, we’ll present
an assessment report of your current planning, as well as the unique
opportunities and challenges you face.
Depth
Because successful long-term planning requires a deep understanding of
personal and financial objectives, we’ll meet to conduct a financial personality
review and lifetime vision discussion. We’ll incorporate your core values,
habits and risk tolerance into a comprehensive strategy.
Delivery
In step four, we are actively engaged in the implementation of your personal
and financial vision. During the initial implementation phase, we will meet to
discuss project deliverables and time lines and will provide training for the
online component of our services.
Dynamic
Because life is dynamic, we’ll coordinate periodic reviews to ensure that plans
are growing with you as your needs and objectives evolve. By maintaining an
active process, you’ll achieve lasting financial independence and an enduring
lifetime legacy.
Financial Planning Fees
Client shall pay TRUE MEASURE WEALTH MANAGEMENT for its services,
as set forth in the Advisory Agreement, an annual planning fee due upon
receipt of invoice from Meridian. This fee entitles the client to participate in
TRUE MEASURE WEALTH MANAGEMENT’s financial planning process.
Fees charged may be negotiated. Such fees may differ based upon a number
of factors, including, but not limited to, the number and range of supplemental
advisory and client-related services to be provided by TRUE MEASURE
WEALTH MANAGEMENT to the client.
Investment Management Agreement
Investment Management Services
Client hereby establishes an investment advisory account(s) and appoints
TRUE MEASURE WEALTH MANAGEMENT as the advisor to supervise and
develop an asset allocation strategy using an appointed custodian to
implement said strategy in accordance with the client’s stated objectives, time
horizon, risk tolerance and financial goals. At a minimum, client will receive a
quarterly account statement from the custodian showing the account activity
as well as the positions held in the account at quarter end. The client may
also receive quarterly a written statement of investments of the account from
the custodian showing portfolio values including performance results for the
quarter.
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Investment Management Fees and Expenses
Client shall pay TRUE MEASURE WEALTH MANAGEMENT for its services,
as set forth in the Investment Management Agreement, an annual portfolio
management fee (see “Annual Fee Schedule” below) to be paid quarterly in
arrears (on a calendar quarter basis) as a percent of the portfolio’s market
value. The portfolio’s market value will be based on the closing value as of the
final business day of each calendar quarter. Certain customary costs or
charges are assessed to the client by the custodian. These costs are payable
by the client and are not included, or a part of, the management fee.
Payment of fees will be made through a quarterly debit to client’s account.
However, management fees may be billed directly to the client if so requested
in writing by the client. Client authorizes custodian to deduct for TRUE
MEASURE WEALTH MANAGEMENT any and all fees, when due, from the
assets contained in the account.
Additional assets received into the account during any fee period may be
charged a pro-rated management fee based on the number of days remaining
in the fee period as against the total number of days in the fee period. In the
event the Investment Management Agreement is terminated by either party
prior to the end of the fee period, a pro-rata billing of the management fee will
be made.
The management fee and/or fee schedule may be modified by TRUE
MEASURE WEALTH MANAGEMENT upon notice to client. Fees charged
may be negotiated. Such fees may differ based upon a number of factors,
including, but not limited to, the type of account, the size of the account, and
the number and range of supplemental advisory and client-related services to
be provided by TRUE MEASURE WEALTH MANAGEMENT to the client. All
accounts owned by the client and managed by TRUE MEASURE WEALTH
MANAGEMENT will be aggregated to determine a discount, if any, to be
applied to the management fee as outlined in the Fee Schedule below:
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Annual Fee Schedule
Account Asset Value
Annual Management Fee
All Assets Managed
1.00%
Hourly Planning Engagements
TRUE MEASURE WEALTH MANAGEMENT provides hourly planning
services for clients who need advice on a limited scope of work. The hourly
rate for limited scope engagements is $300.
Asset Management
Assets are invested primarily with third party money management firms, no-
load or low-load mutual funds and exchange-traded funds, usually through
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custodians, discount brokers or fund companies. Custodians and fund
companies charge each fund shareholder an investment management fee
that is disclosed in the fund prospectus. Discount brokerages may charge a
transaction fee for the purchase of some funds.
Stocks and bonds may be purchased or sold through a brokerage account
when appropriate. The brokerage firm charges a fee for stock and bond
trades. TRUE MEASURE WEALTH MANAGEMENT does not receive any
compensation, in any form, from fund companies.
Investments may also include: equities (stocks), warrants, corporate debt
securities, commercial paper, certificates of deposit, municipal securities,
investment company securities (variable life insurance, variable annuities,
and mutual funds shares), U. S. government securities, options contracts,
futures contracts, and interests in partnerships.
Initial public offerings (IPOs) are not available through TRUE MEASURE
WEALTH MANAGEMENT.
Unified Managed Account Program
We offer discretionary investment management services in a managed
account program through an Overlay Manager (the “UMA Program”). This
UMA Program may consist of using model portfolio advisers, model portfolios
or other investment options such as mutual funds and/or exchange-traded
funds (“ETFs”) to represent different investment strategies for managing your
account. Each of these investment strategies is designed to meet a specific
goal.
Prior to investing in the UMA Program, you will execute a discretionary
investment management agreement with us setting forth the terms and
conditions of our management of your investments within the UMA Program.
Depending on the management services the client selects, the client will grant
us limited discretionary authority to manage the client account through
selection of an overlay manager (“Overlay Manager”), third party strategist
(“Strategist”) and/or third party managers (“Managers”; collectively, “Third-
Party Service Providers”). In addition, the client will authorize the custodian to
follow our instructions as well as instructions given by Overlay Manager to
effect transactions, deliver securities, deduct fees and take other actions with
respect to the client account. The client will not have a direct contractual
relationship with the Overlay Manager or any other Third-Party Service
Provider.
The timing of trades in the client account will primarily depend upon the model
or changes in the model and, generally, will not take into consideration how
long a client may have held the position indicated by the model.
We will retain the right to replace any Strategist or Manager on a discretionary
basis. Depending on the service a client has selected, we will separately
provide the client with the firm brochure (Part 2 of Form ADV) for the
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applicable Third-Party Service Provider(s) which includes information about
their services, model portfolios, and investment strategies at or before the
execution of our discretionary investment management agreement.
Tax Overlay Manager Services
Tax overlay management services are available as an option for accounts
utilizing the UMA Program through the Overlay Manager. If you elect tax
overlay management services, the portion of your fee paid as the
management fee on your account will increase. The Overlay Manager will
develop a tax strategy for your account based on the information and
instructions provided by us on your behalf. Tax overlay management services
in an investment account offer benefits and limitations, as described below.
The tax strategy developed for you by the Overlay Manager is provided solely
in connection with your account and the Overlay Manager does not provide
general tax planning services. If you do elect the tax overlay management
services option, please consider the following:
• The Tax Overlay Manager will implement tax overlay management
services based on the information and instructions provided for
your account(s).
• The Tax Overlay Manager does not provide general tax advice, tax
return preparation or tax planning services.
The Tax Overlay Manager will seek to reduce the overall tax burden
of the account while seeking to maintain the risk and return
characteristics of the model portfolios received from Strategists
and/or Managers.
• When providing tax overlay management services to the account,
short-term gains are avoided where possible, but long-term gains
are not limited unless you have requested a mandate to limit
realized long-term gains.
The Overlay Manager will provide tax overlay management services with the
assumption that the Overlay Manager will continue to provide services to the
account for an entire tax year. The termination or removal of the overlay
management services before the completion of an entire tax year may result
in adverse tax consequences, including without limitation realization of short-
term capital gains. Regardless of your account size or any other factors, we
strongly recommend that you continuously consult with a tax professional
prior to and throughout the investing of your assets.
The Tax Overlay Management Services are offered at an additional cost to
you.
Termination of Agreement
A Client may terminate any of the aforementioned agreements at any time by
notifying TRUE MEASURE WEALTH MANAGEMENT in writing and paying
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the rate for the time spent on the investment advisory engagement prior to
notification of termination. If the client made an advance payment, TRUE
MEASURE WEALTH MANAGEMENT will refund any unearned portion of the
advance payment.
TRUE MEASURE WEALTH MANAGEMENT may terminate any of the
aforementioned agreements at any time by notifying the client in writing. If the
client made an advance payment, TRUE MEASURE WEALTH
MANAGEMENT will refund any unearned portion of the advance payment.
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Written Acknowledgement of Fiduciary Status
When we provide investment advice to you regarding your retirement plan
account or individual retirement account, we are fiduciaries 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 we make money creates some conflicts with your
interests, so we operate under a special rule that requires us to act in your
best interest and not put our interest ahead of yours. Under this special rule’s
provisions, we must:
• Meet a professional standard of care when making
investment
recommendations (give prudent advice);
• Never put our
financial
interests ahead of yours when making
recommendations (give loyal advice);
• Avoid misleading statements about conflicts of interest, fees, and
investments;
• Follow policies and procedures designed to ensure that we give advice that
is in your best interest;
• Charge no more than is reasonable for our services; and
• Give you basic information about conflicts of interest.
Fees and Compensation
Description
TRUE MEASURE WEALTH MANAGEMENT bases its fees on a percentage
of assets under management, subscription fees, hourly charges, and fixed
fees.
Advisory Agreements and Investment Management Agreements may be
priced based on the complexity of work, especially when asset management
is not the most significant part of the relationship.
Fees are negotiable.
Fee Billing
Investment management fees are billed quarterly, in arrears, meaning that we
invoice you after the three-month billing period has ended. Payment in full is
expected upon invoice presentation. Fees are usually deducted from a
designated client account to facilitate billing. The client must consent in
advance to direct debiting of their investment account. Investment
management fees may be billed directly to the client if so requested in writing
by the client.
Financial planning fees are billed annually or quarterly dependent upon
client’s preference.
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Other Fees
Custodians may charge transaction fees on purchases or sales of certain
securities. These transaction charges are usually small and incidental to the
purchase or sale of a security. The selection of the security is more important
than the nominal fee that the custodian charges to buy or sell the security.
TRUE MEASURE WEALTH MANAGEMENT, in its sole discretion, may waive
its financial planning fee and/or charge a lesser investment advisory fee
based upon certain criteria (e.g., historical relationship, type of assets,
anticipated future earning capacity, anticipated future additional assets, dollar
amounts of assets to be managed, related accounts, account composition,
negotiations with clients, etc.).
Expense Ratios
Mutual funds generally charge a management fee for their services as
investment managers. The management fee is called an expense ratio. For
example, an expense ratio of 0.50 means that the mutual fund company
charges 0.5% for their services. These fees are in addition to the fees paid
by you to TRUE MEASURE WEALTH MANAGEMENT.
Performance figures quoted by mutual fund companies in various publications
are after their fees have been deducted.
Past Due Accounts and Termination of Agreement
TRUE MEASURE WEALTH MANAGEMENT reserves the right to stop work
on any account that is more than 90 days overdue. In addition, TRUE
MEASURE WEALTH MANAGEMENT reserves the right to terminate any
financial planning engagement where a client has willfully concealed or has
refused to provide pertinent information about financial situations when
necessary and appropriate, in TRUE MEASURE WEALTH MANAGEMENT’s
judgment, to providing proper financial advice. Any unused portion of fees
collected in advance will be refunded within 30 days.
Performance-Based Fees
Sharing of Capital Gains
Fees are not based on a share of the capital gains or capital appreciation of
managed securities.
TRUE MEASURE WEALTH MANAGEMENT does not use a performance-
based fee structure because of the potential conflict of interest. Performance-
based compensation may create an incentive for the adviser to recommend
an investment that may carry a higher degree of risk to the client.
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Types of Clients
Description
TRUE MEASURE WEALTH MANAGEMENT generally provides investment
advice to individuals, pension and profit sharing plans, trusts, estates, or
charitable organizations, corporations or business entities.
Client relationships vary in scope and length of service.
Account Minimums
TRUE MEASURE WEALTH MANAGEMENT has no account minimums.
Methods of Analysis, Investment Strategies and Risk of Loss
Methods of Analysis
Security analysis methods may include charting, fundamental analysis,
technical analysis, and cyclical analysis.
The main sources of information include the World Wide Web, financial
newspapers and magazines, inspections of corporate activities, research
materials prepared by others, corporate rating services, timing services,
annual reports, prospectuses, filings with the Securities and Exchange
Commission, and company press releases.
Investment Strategies
The primary investment strategy used on client accounts is strategic asset
allocation focused on the goals and objectives of the client. Portfolios are
globally diversified to control the risk associated with traditional markets.
The investment strategy for a specific client is based upon the objectives
stated by the client during consultations. The client may change these
objectives at any time.
Other strategies may include long-term purchases, short-term purchases,
trading, short sales, margin transactions, and option writing.
Risk of Loss
All investment programs have certain risks that are borne by the investor.
Our investment approach constantly keeps the risk of loss in mind. Investors
face the following investment risks:
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Interest-rate Risk: Fluctuations in interest rates may cause investment
prices to fluctuate. For example, when interest rates rise, yields on
existing bonds become less attractive, causing their market values to
decline.
• Market Risk: The price of a security, bond, or mutual fund may drop in
reaction to tangible and intangible events and conditions. This type of
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risk is caused by external factors independent of a security’s particular
underlying circumstances. For example, political, economic and social
conditions may trigger market events.
•
Inflation Risk: When any type of inflation is present, a dollar today will
not buy as much as a dollar next year, because purchasing power is
eroding at the rate of inflation.
• Currency Risk: Overseas investments are subject to fluctuations in the
value of the dollar against the currency of the investment’s originating
country. This is also referred to as exchange rate risk.
• Reinvestment Risk: This is the risk that future proceeds from
investments may have to be reinvested at a potentially lower rate of
return (i.e. interest rate). This primarily relates to fixed income
securities.
• Business Risk: These risks are associated with a particular industry or
a particular company within an industry. For example, oil-drilling
companies depend on finding oil and then refining it, a lengthy
process, before they can generate a profit. They carry a higher risk of
profitability than an electric company, which generates its income from
a steady stream of customers who buy electricity no matter what the
economic environment is like.
• Liquidity Risk: Liquidity is the ability to readily convert an investment
into cash. Generally, assets are more liquid if many traders are
interested in a standardized product. For example, Treasury Bills are
highly liquid, while real estate properties are not.
• Financial Risk: Excessive borrowing to finance a business’ operations
increases the risk of profitability, because the company must meet the
terms of its obligations in good times and bad. During periods of
financial stress, the inability to meet loan obligations may result in
bankruptcy and/or a declining market value.
Disciplinary Information
Legal and Disciplinary
The firm and its employees have been involved in legal or disciplinary
events related to past or present investment clients. The State of
Nebraska Department of Banking & Finance Findings of Fact, Conclusions
of Law, and Consent Order letter. Patrick was found to have borrowed
money from a client. Patrick Tucker cooperated fully with the Department
and had already repaid the amount borrowed before becoming aware of
the Complaint filed. All requirements of the Consent Order have been
completed.
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Other Financial Industry Activities and Affiliations
Financial Industry Activities
Patrick K. Tucker is the owner and a teacher of True Measure Advisors (TMA,
LLC) which provides online courses for financial advisors.
Patrick K. Tucker is the owner and a teacher of Patrick Tucker, LLC which
provides online courses for entrepreneurs.
Patrick K. Tucker is the owner of MOM3NTM, LLC which provides social
media marketing and consultation services.
Affiliations
TRUE MEASURE WEALTH MANAGEMENT has no arrangements that are
material to its advisory or its clients with a related person who is a broker-
dealer, investment company, other investment advisor, financial planning firm,
commodity pool operator, commodity trading adviser or futures commission
merchant, banking or thrift institution, accounting firm, law firm, insurance
company or agency, pension consultant, real estate broker or dealer, or an
entity that creates or packages limited partnerships.
Code of Ethics, Participation or Interest in Client
Transactions and Personal Trading
Code of Ethics
The employees of TRUE MEASURE WEALTH MANAGEMENT have
committed to a Code of Ethics that is available for review by clients and
prospective clients upon request. The firm will provide a copy of the Code of
Ethics to any client or prospective client upon request.
Participation or Interest in Client Transactions
TRUE MEASURE WEALTH MANAGEMENT and its employees may buy or
sell securities that are also held by clients. Employees may not trade their
own securities ahead of client trades. Employees comply with the provisions
of the TRUE MEASURE WEALTH MANAGEMENT Policies and Procedures
Manual.
Personal Trading
The Chief Compliance Officer of TRUE MEASURE WEALTH MANAGEMENT
is Thad Hedin. He reviews all employee trades each quarter. His trades are
reviewed by Patrick Tucker. The personal trading reviews ensure that the
personal trading of employees does not affect the markets, and that clients of
the firm receive preferential treatment.
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Brokerage Practices
Selecting Brokerage Firms
TRUE MEASURE WEALTH MANAGEMENT does not have any affiliation
with product sales firms. Specific custodian recommendations are made to
Clients based on their need for such services. TRUE MEASURE WEALTH
MANAGEMENT recommends custodians based on the proven integrity and
financial responsibility of the firm and the best execution of orders at
reasonable commission rates.
TRUE MEASURE WEALTH MANAGEMENT currently custody’s client
accounts with SEI Private Trust Company, Charles Schwab & Co., and
Betterment.
TRUE MEASURE WEALTH MANAGEMENT does not receive transaction
fees or commissions from any of these arrangements.
Best Execution
TRUE MEASURE WEALTH MANAGEMENT reviews the execution of trades
at each custodian and also the trading fees charged by each custodian.
TRUE MEASURE WEALTH MANAGEMENT does not receive any portion of
the trading fees.
Soft Dollars
Due to TRUE MEASURE WEALTH MANAGEMENT’s affiliations with
custodians such as SEI Private Trust Company, Charles Schwab & Co., and
Betterment, TRUE MEASURE WEALTH MANAGEMENT may receive
discounts on software purchases or other business services. All clients
benefit from this discount as it reduces the firm’s overall expenses.
The selection of SEI Private Trust Company, Charles Schwab & Co., or
Betterment as a custodian for clients is not affected by these nominal
discounts.
Order Aggregation
Most trades are through third party money managers, mutual funds or
exchange-traded funds where trade aggregation does not garner any client
benefit.
Review of Accounts
Periodic Reviews
Patrick Tucker is the primary reviewer of client accounts. At his discretion, he
may delegate review of a client’s account to another qualified member of
TRUE MEASURE WEALTH MANAGEMENT as seen appropriate. Each
account is reviewed as changes in a client’s expressed goals, needs or
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financial condition change. Certain accounts or groups of accounts may be
reviewed in the event of significant changes in the market or sociopolitical
factors deemed to affect those accounts.
Client Referrals
Incoming Referrals
TRUE MEASURE WEALTH MANAGEMENT has been fortunate to receive
many client referrals over the years. The referrals came from current clients,
estate planning attorneys, accountants, employees, personal friends of
employees and other similar sources. The firm does not compensate
referring parties for these referrals.
Referrals Out
TRUE MEASURE WEALTH MANAGEMENT does not accept referral fees or
any form of remuneration from other professionals when a prospect or client
is referred to them.
Custody
Account Statements & Performance Reports
The broker(s) and investment company(ies) carrying the client’s account(s)
send confirmations of each transaction directly to the client. Monthly
statements may also be provided to the client. The monthly statements
summarize all activity in the account. If an account has no activity in any
specific month, a monthly statement may not be issued. In those instances
statements will be issued quarterly. Clients participating in the SEI Asset
Management programs will receive quarterly reports from SEI Private Trust
Company indicating market value and performance as it relates to market
indices and an annual tax report.
Net Worth Statements
Clients are frequently provided net worth statements and net worth graphs
that are generated from our financial planning software. Net worth
statements contain approximations of account balances provided by the
client.
Investment Discretion
Discretionary Authority for Trading
TRUE MEASURE WEALTH MANAGEMENT accepts discretionary authority
to manage securities accounts on behalf of clients. TRUE MEASURE
WEALTH MANAGEMENT has the authority to determine, without obtaining
specific client consent, the securities to be bought or sold, and the amount of
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the securities to be bought or sold. However, TRUE MEASURE WEALTH
MANAGEMENT consults with the client prior to each trade to obtain
concurrence if a blanket trading authorization has not been given.
The client approves the custodian to be used and the commission rates paid
to the custodian. TRUE MEASURE WEALTH MANAGEMENT does not
receive any portion of the transaction fees or commissions paid by the client
to the custodian on certain trades.
Discretionary trading authority facilitates placing trades in the client’s
accounts on the client’s behalf so that we may promptly implement the client’s
expressed goals.
Discretionary trading authority is given to TRUE MEASURE WEALTH
MANAGEMENT upon the client’s signature on TRUE MEASURE WEALTH
MANAGEMENT’s management agreements.
If client selects management services that utilize an Overlay Manager, client
will grant the Overlay Manager complete and unlimited discretionary trading
authority with respect to client’s account upon client’s signature on acting
custodian’s application. The Overlay Manager will be solely responsible for
the day-to-day investment management decisions for client’s account, and
TRUE MEASURE WEALTH MANAGEMENT will not be responsible for
making the investment trading decisions.
Voting Client Securities
Proxy Votes
TRUE MEASURE WEALTH MANAGEMENT does not vote proxies on
securities. Clients are expected to vote their own proxies.
When assistance on voting proxies is requested, TRUE MEASURE WEALTH
MANAGEMENT will provide recommendations to the Client. If a conflict of
interest exists, it will be disclosed to the Client.
Financial Information
Financial Condition
TRUE MEASURE WEALTH MANAGEMENT does not have any financial
impairment that will preclude the firm from meeting contractual commitments
to clients.
A balance sheet is not required to be provided because TRUE MEASURE
WEALTH MANAGEMENT does not serve as a custodian for client funds or
securities, and does not require prepayment of asset management fees of
more than $1,200 per client, and six months or more in advance.
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Business Continuity Plan
General
TRUE MEASURE WEALTH MANAGEMENT has a Business Continuity Plan
in place that provides detailed steps to mitigate and recover from the loss of
office space, communications, services or key people.
Disasters
The Business Continuity Plan covers natural disasters such as snow storms,
tornados, and flooding. The Plan covers man-made disasters such as loss of
electrical power, fire, bomb threat, nuclear emergency, chemical event,
biological event, and Internet outage. Electronic files are backed up daily and
archived offsite.
Alternate Offices
Alternate offices are identified to support ongoing operations in the event the
main office is unavailable. It is our intention to contact all clients within five
days of a disaster that dictates moving our office to an alternate location.
Loss of Key Personnel
TRUE MEASURE WEALTH MANAGEMENT has a Business Continuation
Agreement with another financial advisory firm to support TRUE MEASURE
WEALTH MANAGEMENT in the event of Patrick Tucker’s serious disability or
death.
Information Security Program
Information Security
TRUE MEASURE WEALTH MANAGEMENT maintains an information
security program to reduce the risk that your personal and confidential
information may be breached.
Privacy Notice
TRUE MEASURE WEALTH MANAGEMENT requires that you provide
current and accurate financial and personal information. TRUE MEASURE
WEALTH MANAGEMENT will protect the information you have provided in a
manner that is safe, secure and professional. TRUE MEASURE WEALTH
MANAGEMENT and its employees are committed to protecting your privacy
and to safeguarding that information.
Safeguarding Customer Documents
We collect non-public customer data in checklists, forms, in written notations,
and in documentation provided to us by our customers for evaluation,
registration, licensing or related consulting services. We also create internal
lists of such data.
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During regular business hours access to customer records is monitored so
that only those with approval may access the files. During hours in which the
company is not in operation, the customer records will be locked.
No individual who is not so authorized shall obtain or seek to obtain personal
and financial customer information. No individual with authorization to access
personal and financial customer information shall share that information in
any manner without the specific consent of a firm principal. Failure to observe
TRUE MEASURE WEALTH MANAGEMENT’s procedures regarding
customer and consumer privacy will result in discipline and may lead to
termination.
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Sharing Nonpublic Personal and Financial Information
TRUE MEASURE WEALTH MANAGEMENT is committed to the protection
and privacy of its customers’ and consumers’ personal and financial
information. TRUE MEASURE WEALTH MANAGEMENT will not share such
information with any affiliated or nonaffiliated third party except:
When necessary to complete a transaction in a customer account, such as
with the clearing firm or account custodians;
▪ When required to maintain or service a customer account;
▪ To resolve customer disputes or inquiries;
▪ With persons acting in a fiduciary or representative capacity on behalf
of the customer;
▪ With rating agencies, persons assessing compliance with industry
standards, or to the attorneys, accountants and auditors of the firm;
▪ To protect against or prevent actual or potential fraud, identity theft,
unauthorized transactions, claims or other liability;
▪ To comply with federal, state or local laws, rules and other applicable
legal requirements;
▪
In connection with a written agreement to provide investment
management or advisory services when the information is released for
the sole purpose of providing the products or services covered by the
agreement;
▪
In any circumstances with the customer’s instruction or consent
Opt-Out Provisions
It is not a policy of TRUE MEASURE WEALTH MANAGEMENT. to share
nonpublic personal and financial information with affiliated or unaffiliated third
parties except under the circumstances noted above. Since sharing under the
circumstances noted above is necessary to service customer accounts or is
mandated by law, there are no allowances made for clients to opt out.
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Brochure Supplement
144 S. 39th Street
Omaha, NE 68131
402-342-1400
www.truemeasure.com
Individual Disclosure Brochure
(Part 2B of Form ADV)
for
Patrick K. Tucker (“Tucker”), President
May 28, 2025
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Patrick K. Tucker
Date of birth: 07/13/1964
Educational Background:
• University of St. Thomas in St. Paul, MN – Undergraduate degree in
Business Administration - Accounting
• The American College in Bryn Mawr, PA – Completed extensive
coursework in financial education
• Successfully completed the NASD Series 7, 63, and 65 exams
Business Experience:
Patrick K. Tucker, President, purchased MERIDIAN MANAGEMENT now
TRUE MEASURE WEALTH MANAGEMENT in 2001. He has been actively
working with clients in the securities industry for over twenty years. He was
employed at United Parcel Service working in the company's corporate
finance and accounting group from 1985 until 1995. He worked as a
registered representative at American Express Financial Advisors in Omaha,
NE from 1995 to 1998, at Investment One - First National Bank of Omaha, NE
from 1998 through July of 2001, and with Spectrum Capital located in Omaha,
NE from 2001 through June 2006.
Other Business Activities:
Patrick K. Tucker is the owner and a teacher of True Measure Advisors (TMA,
LLC) which provides online courses for financial advisors.
Patrick K. Tucker is the owner and a teacher of Patrick Tucker, LLC which
provides online courses for entrepreneurs.
Patrick K. Tucker is the owner of MOM3NTM, LLC which provides social
media marketing and consultation services.
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Disciplinary Information:
The State of Nebraska Department of Banking & Finance Findings of Fact,
Conclusions of Law, and Consent Order letter. Patrick was found to have
borrowed money from a client. Patrick Tucker cooperated fully with the
Department and had already repaid the amount borrowed before
becoming aware of the Complaint filed. All requirements of the Consent
Order have been completed.
Supervision:
Patrick Tucker is supervised by Thaddeus Hedin, Chief Compliance
Officer. He reviews Patrick Tucker’s work through frequent office
interactions. He also reviews Patrick Tucker’s activities through True
Measure’s client relationship management system. The phone number of
Thaddeus Hedin’s is (402) 342-1400.
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