HFI & MTF Disclaimers

HFI Model Portfolio Disclaimer                                  – Historical Performance / Methodology

The HFI Model Portfolio returns represent the “average return” made by our clients since January 1, 1993, based on the combined returns for our growth portfolios over that time period. All returns over one year are average annual compound rates of return.

The returns from 1 Jan 93 to 30 Sep 96 were calculated using our two model mutual fund portfolios, an RRSP and a Cash Account. The returns over this period reflect a commission charge of 0.25% each time a switch was made. Starting 1 Oct 96 HFI began using the average return of all of our growth mutual fund portfolios, based on the return of our actual money in each portfolio (approximately equal weighted and up to 14 different portfolios). The returns over this period do not reflect any commissions or switch fees that may have applied to individual accounts. We continued with this method until the end of 2003.

Starting in 2004 the returns reflect the average returns of our Qtrade growth portfolios, which included some ETFs as well as mutual funds. Since we started the HFI pooled funds at the end of April 2005, only the return of the HFI Growth Pooled Fund has been used. Since January 1, 2004, the returns do not reflect the effect an individual’s investment management fee paid to HFI would have had.

Whenever the amount of money was added to or taken away from the model portfolio or the portfolios it tracked, the fixed dollar amounts of the HFI Model Portfolio had all previous month end values adjusted so that the series would be continuous, while maintaining the same percent change returns in the model portfolio. In order to construct a chart of our HFI Model Portfolio and the five major indices, which we have also tracked since January 1, 1993, we adjusted each series to a value of one on that date, as well as adjusted the foreign indices to Canadian dollars. With the exception of the SM Universe Bond Index, none of the indices’ returns include dividends.

Printed Disclaimer in our Market Trend Follower (MTF):

Commissions, trailing commissions, management fees and expenses may be associated with investments. Sales and redemption charges, income taxes, etc. payable by the investor would result in reduced returns. Investment returns are not guaranteed, their values change frequently, and past performance may not be repeated. Please obtain and read the Prospectus or Offering Memorandum before investing.

HFI Model Portfolio – Jan 93 to Sep 96 (A) used 6 fund RRSP & Open portfolios. Oct 96 to Dec 03 (B) used money in up to 14 fund portfolios. Jan 04 to Apr 05 (C) used money in 2 ETF portfolios and 1 group of funds. May 05 to present used HFI Growth Pool. More details available.

Website Disclaimer:

Although Hendrickson Financial Inc. (HFI) believes the information in this website to be correct, we cannot and do not warrant the accuracy, completeness, quality, adequacy, validity, timeliness, functionality, or content of any information for any particular purpose. The information on this Web site is provided "as is" without warranty or condition of any kind, either express or implied, statutory or otherwise; and HFI expressly disclaims any representations or warranties of any kind including merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement.

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Use of the HFI website is not intended and shall not be deemed to create any legal relationship of any kind between you and any entity within HFI, nor to amend or vary any existing relationship. All products and services of HFI are subject to the terms of any agreement by which they are normally made commercially available. 

Hypothetical Performance:

Hypothetical performance results have many inherent limitations, some of which are described below. Hypothetical performance does not represent actual performance and should not be interpreted as an indication of such performance. Actual performance for client accounts may be materially lower than that of the growth model portfolio. No representation is being made that any account will or is likely to achieve profits or losses similar to those shown. In fact, there are frequently sharp differences between hypothetical performance results and the actual results subsequently achieved by any particular trading program. One of the limitations of hypothetical performance results is that they are generally prepared with the benefit of hindsight. In addition, hypothetical trading does not involve financial risk and no hypothetical trading record can completely account for the impact of financial risk in actual trading. For example, the ability to withstand losses or to adhere to a particular trading program in spite of trading losses are material points which can also adversely affect actual trading results. There are numerous other factors related to the markets in general or to the implementation of any specific trading program, which cannot be fully accounted for in the preparation of hypothetical performance results and all of which can adversely affect actual trading results.

Investment Performance Disclaimer:

Commissions, trailing commissions, management fees and expenses may all be associated with investments. Indicated rates of return are the historical annual compounded total returns, including changes in unit value and reinvestment of all distributions; and do not take into account sales, redemption, distribution, optional charges or income taxes payable by any security holder that would result in reduced returns. Mutual funds, Exchange Traded Funds and Pooled Funds are not guaranteed, their values change frequently, and past performance may not be repeated. Please obtain and read the simplified prospectus/offering memorandum before investing. Copies are available from your financial adviser or from the mutual fund company directly.

Publications Disclaimer:

Information contained in all of our publications has been compiled by HFI and provided for general information only. While every effort has been made to ensure its contents are accurate they should not be relied upon / used as the sole basis for purchasing or selling investments described herein or any other investment. Neither Hendrickson Financial Inc., nor H&M Market Trend Follower™ (MTF), nor any person involved in this publication accepts any liability whatsoever for any loss or damage which may directly or indirectly result from any opinion, information, representation, errors or omission whether negligent or otherwise contained herein. Most research involves some degree of subjective analysis. The MTF provides investors with an analytical service for exchange traded funds and indices, and includes but is not limited to the analysis of global stock and bond markets, resources and currencies. Conclusions and analysis presented are based on research and data believed to be reliable; however, there is no guarantee as to its accuracy or profitability, nor that future performance will conform to past trends. The opinions expressed in this publication are not to be interpreted as direct or indirect advice to purchase or sell securities. Before purchasing an investment, it is recommended investors consult their tax advisors to learn of tax implications relative to each purchase. It is strongly recommended that recipients either seek professional investment advice and / or ensure any investment or financial decisions are appropriate for their personal circumstances before proceeding with any action.

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