Important Disclosures
Arlington Capital Management, Inc. (“ACM”) utilizes a proactive asset allocation strategy (“PAAS”) in advising its clients. PAAS combines quantitative-based buy, sell and reallocation indicators, with qualitative research, in seeking to achieve attractive risk-adjusted returns over a long-term investment horizon. As with any investment strategy, ACM has in the past, and may in the future, modify the investment approach and portfolio parameters of PAAS in any manner which it believes is consistent with the strategy’s overall investment objective. Material modifications were made to PAAS in February 2009 (creation of Universe Trend and Cash Comparison Indicators for trend analysis), June 2009 (creation of Long-Term Momentum Indicator for trend analysis), September 2009 (expanded Asset Class Ranking System and started PAAS computerized testing), December 2009 (creation of Global Indicator Set for buy and sell signals), April 2010 (inception of PAAS Computer Model), October 2010 (implementation of Tactical Indicators and Signals for short term risk management), January 2011 (modify Global Sell Signal with additional criteria including pattern determination), June 2011 (close Global Signals with stop loss criteria), September 2011 (inception of PAAS Long Only Model), May 2012 (modify Global Buy Signal wait period to enhance signal timing), October 2012 (first use of PAAS Stock Model), November 2012 (implement ETF replacement criteria), December 2012 (additional historical data for Cash Comparison Indicators), November 2015 (modify Global Buy Signal with additional criteria). For more information regarding any of these material modifications, please contact ACM at 855-471-5796.
While PAAS currently is ACM’s primary growth focused investment strategy, ACM also offers a proactive income strategy. Client portfolios are managed with different weights on PAAS and the proactive income strategy based on each client’s desired risk level (e.g., aggressive, moderate, conservative).
The performance returns and investment portfolios shown on this website are those of model portfolios, which are used to illustrate the hypothetical performance of an account managed using PAAS, and do not represent the results of actual trading using client assets. The performance of the model portfolios has been independently examined by Ashland Partners & Company LLP (“Ashland”), a certified public accounting firm, for the following periods: PAAS Managed Model for the periods from August 1, 2010, to December 31, 2015; PAAS Managed ETF Model for the periods from October 1, 2012, to December 31, 2015; PAAS Managed Stock Model for the periods from October 1, 2012, to December 31, 2015; PAAS Managed Long Only Model for the periods from September 1, 2011, to December 31, 2015. A copy of Ashland’s opinion letter is available on request.
The performance of the model portfolios shown reflects the assumptions, views and analytical methods utilized by ACM. Hypothetical or model performance results have certain inherent limitations. Unlike actual performance results, model performance results do not represent actual trading and the results may have under- or over-compensated for the impact, if any, of certain market factors, such as market disruptions, lack of liquidity and the effect of interest rates. There can be no assurance that ACM will take positions for client accounts similar to those taken in the model portfolios. No representation is being made that any client account will or is likely to achieve profits or losses similar to those of the model portfolios shown. There frequently are sharp differences between the hypothetical or model performance results and the results subsequently achieved by any particular trading or investment program. ACM clients have had investment results that differ from the performance results of the model portfolios shown on this website. The performance results of the model portfolios assume a starting value of $500,000 at model inception, and are shown net of fees and expenses (i.e., an assumed annual investment management fee of 1.50% and brokerage commission applied as follows: Prior to January 1, 2013, transaction prices used are net of commissions; after January 1, 2013 gross transaction prices are used and a $10 commission is assessed per portfolio transaction), and reflect the reinvestment of dividends and other earnings. The model performance results shown on this website reflect the purchase and sale of securities using the price of block trade execution at ACM’s primary custodian. Past performance is not a guarantee of future results.
Any index information contained on this website was included for comparative purposes, to show general market trends during the periods indicated, and is not intended to imply that any model portfolio is similar to the index (or indices) shown either in composition or element of risk.
The information on this website should not be considered a recommendation to purchase or sell any particular security. There can be no assurance that any securities discussed on this website will remain in model or client portfolios or if sold will not be repurchased. Specific securities discussed on this website do not represent the entire model portfolio and in the aggregate may represent only a small percentage of the model portfolio. It should not be assumed that any of the securities discussed on this website have been or will be profitable, or that recommendations made in the future will be profitable or will equal the performance of the securities discussed on this website. The examples of specific investments are included merely to illustrate the PAAS investment process and investment strategy. The model portfolios or client portfolios may contain a much larger number of positions than the examples set forth and accordingly the examples are not intended to indicate overall portfolio performance that has been, or may be expected to be, achieved.
No graph, chart, formula or other device can be used to determine which securities to buy or sell, or when to buy or sell them. ACM makes no representation that any graph, chart, formula or other device shown can assist any person in making their own decisions as to which securities to buy or sell or when to buy or sell them.
An investor should consider risk and volatility in addition to performance when making any investment decision. The risk and volatility associated with PAAS may be significantly higher or lower than the risk and volatility of other investment strategies and/or products.
As with any investment strategy, there is potential for profit as well as of loss. All investments involve some level of risk, and PAAS may not be suitable for all investors. This material does not constitute a complete description of ACM’s investment services and is intended solely for informational purposes. This material is in no way a solicitation or an offer to buy or sell any securities. This material and any model portfolios contained herein do not consider specific investment objectives, financial situations or the particular needs of any individual investor who may view this report. Investors should seek advice from their advisors regarding the appropriateness of investing in any securities or in accordance with any investment strategy.
All information regarding market or other financial information is obtained from sources that ACM believes to be reliable. ACM makes no representation as to the accuracy or completeness of information or data provided on this website. Individuals that work for ACM and its affiliates may have long or short positions in the securities referenced on this website, or in related investments.
Any projections, market outlooks or estimates on this website are forward-looking statements and are based on certain assumptions. Other events which were not taken into account may occur and may significantly affect the returns or performance of the model portfolios shown. Any projections, outlooks or estimates should not be construed to be indicative of actual events which will occur.
For additional information, please contact us via phone at (847) 670-4030, or via email at inquiries@arlington-capital.com.