TWA offers a variety of advisory services, which include financial planning, consulting, and investment
management services. Prior to TWA rendering any of the foregoing advisory services, clients are required
to enter into one or more written agreements with TWA setting forth the relevant terms and conditions of
the advisory relationship (the “Advisory Agreement”).
TWA filed for registration as an investment adviser in March 2021 and is owned by Francis E. Granizo and
Jennifer Kirby. As of March 21, 2024, TWA has $192,138,056 in assets under management, all of which
are managed on a discretionary basis.
While this brochure generally describes the business of TWA, 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 other persons who provide investment advice
on TWA’s behalf and are subject to the Firm’s supervision or control.
TWA provides advisory services through certain programs sponsored by LPL Financial LLC (“LPL”), a
registered investment advisor and broker-dealer. TWA has included a brief description of each LPL
advisory program that it intends to use. For more information regarding the LPL programs, including more
information on the advisory services and fees that apply, the types of investments available in the programs
and the potential conflicts of interest presented by the programs please see the program account packet
(which includes the account agreement and LPL Form ADV program brochure) and the Form ADV, Part
2A of LPL or the applicable program.
The Program is offered as a wrap fee program, which provides clients with the ability to trade in certain
investment products without incurring separate brokerage commissions or transaction charges. A wrap fee
program is considered any arrangement under which clients receive investment advisory services (which
may include portfolio management or advice concerning the selection of other investment advisers) and the
execution of client transactions for a specified fee or fees not based upon transactions in their accounts.
Clients must also open a new securities brokerage account and complete a new account agreement with
LPL Financial (“LPL”), or another broker-dealer that TWA approves under the Program (collectively
“Financial Institutions”).
TWA assists its clients in developing an appropriate strategy for managing their assets. Clients’ investment
portfolios are generally managed on a discretionary or non-discretionary basis by either TWA’s investment
adviser representatives or an independent investment manager (collectively “Independent Managers”), as
selected by TWA. TWA and/or the Independent Managers generally allocates clients’ assets among the
various investment products available under the Program, as described further in Item 6 (below).
Investment and Wealth Management Services
TWA provides clients with wealth management services which include a broad range of financial planning
and consulting services as well as discretionary and/or non-discretionary management of investment
portfolios.
TWA primarily allocates client assets among various mutual funds, exchange-traded funds (“ETFs”),
individual debt and equity securities, and independent investment managers (“Independent Managers”) in
accordance with their stated investment objectives.
Where appropriate, the Firm also provides advice about any type of legacy position or other investment
held in client portfolios, but clients should not assume that these assets are being continuously monitored
or otherwise advised on by the Firm unless specifically agreed upon. Clients can engage TWA to manage
and/or advise on certain investment products that are not maintained at their primary custodian, such as
variable life insurance and annuity contracts and assets held in employer sponsored retirement plans and
qualified tuition plans (i.e., 529 plans). In these situations, TWA directs or recommends the allocation of
client assets among the various investment options available with the product. These assets are generally
maintained at the underwriting insurance company, or the custodian designated by the product’s provider.
Clients can make additions to and withdrawals from their account at any time. Additions can 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 can withdraw account assets on notice to TWA,
subject to the usual and customary securities settlement procedures. However, the Firm designs its
portfolios as long-term investments, and the withdrawal of assets may impair the achievement of a client’s
investment objectives. TWA 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.
TWA tailors its advisory services to meet the needs of its individual clients and seeks to ensure, on a
continuous basis, that client portfolios are managed in a manner consistent with those needs and objectives.
TWA consults with clients on an initial and ongoing basis to assess their specific risk tolerance, time
horizon, liquidity constraints and other related factors relevant to the management of their portfolios.
Clients are advised to promptly notify TWA if there are changes in their financial situation or if they wish
to place any limitations on the management of their portfolios. Clients can impose reasonable restrictions
or mandates on the management of their accounts if TWA determines, in its sole discretion, the conditions
would not materially impact the performance of a management strategy or prove overly burdensome to the
Firm’s management efforts.
Use of Independent Managers
As mentioned above, TWA selects certain Independent Managers to actively manage a portion of its clients’
assets. The specific terms and conditions under which a client engages an Independent Manager are set
forth in a separate written agreement with the designated Independent Manager. That agreement can be
between the Firm and the Independent Manager (often called a subadvisor) or the client and the Independent
Manager (sometimes called a separate account manager). In addition to this brochure, clients will typically
also receive the written disclosure documents of the respective Independent Managers engaged to manage
their assets.
TWA evaluates a variety of information about Independent Managers, which includes the Independent
Managers’ 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 Managers’ investment strategies, past performance and risk results in relation to its clients’
individual portfolio allocations and risk exposure. TWA also takes into consideration each Independent
Manager’s management style, returns, reputation, financial strength, reporting, pricing and research
capabilities, among other factors.
TWA continues to provide services relative to the discretionary selection of the Independent Managers. On
an ongoing basis, the Firm monitors the performance of those accounts being managed by Independent
Managers. TWA seeks to ensure the Independent Managers’ strategies and target allocations remain aligned
with its clients’ investment objectives and overall best interests. The client may incur additional fees than
those charged by TWA.
Since compensation TWA receives may differ depending on the agreement with each Independent
Manager, TWA has an incentive to recommend an Independent Manager with a more favorable
compensation arrangements. Since the Independent Manager may pay the fee for the investment advisory
services of TWA, the fee paid to TWA is not negotiable, under most circumstances.
Fees paid by clients to the Independent Managers are established and payable in accordance with the
disclosure documents of each Independent Manager, and may or may not be negotiable, as disclosed in the
disclosure documents of the Independent Manager.
Certain Independent Manager(s) may impose more restrictive account requirements and varying billing
practices than TWA. In such instances, TWA may alter its corresponding account requirements and/or
billing practices to accommodate those of the Independent Manager(s) or wrap fee program sponsor.
Manager Access Select Program
When suitable to the client TWA will use LPL’s Manager Access Select program. The Manager Access
Select program offers clients the ability to participate in the Separately Managed Account Platform (the
“SMA Platform”) or the Model Portfolio Platform (the “MP Platform”). In the SMA Platform, TWA will
assist client in identifying a third-party portfolio manager (the Independent Manager) from a list of
Independent Managers made available by LPL, and the Independent Manager manages client’s assets on a
discretionary basis. TWA will provide initial and ongoing assistance regarding the Independent Manager
selection process. In the MP Platform, clients authorize LPL to direct the investment and reinvestment of
the assets in their accounts, in accordance with the selected model portfolio provided by LPL’s Research
Department or a third-party investment advisor.
A minimum account value of $50,000 is required for Manager Access Select, however, in certain instances,
the minimum account size may be lower or higher.
Fees for Participation in the Program
The Program is offered on a fee basis based upon assets under management (sometimes referred to as the
“Program Fee”).
Investment and Wealth Management Fees
TWA offers investment management services for an annual fee based on the amount of assets under the
Firm’s management. This management fee varies between 50 and 150 basis points (0.50% – 1.50%),
depending upon the size and composition of a client’s portfolio, the type and amount of services rendered
and the individual(s) providing the services.
The annual fee is prorated and charged quarterly, in advance, based upon the market value of the assets
being managed by TWA on the last day of the previous month as determined by an independent third-party
which includes the client’s custodian. If assets are deposited into or withdrawn from an account after the
inception of a billing period, the fee payable with respect to such assets is adjusted to reflect the interim
change in portfolio value and adjusted at the next billing. For the initial period of an engagement, the fee is
calculated on a pro rata basis. In
the event the advisory agreement is terminated, the fee for the final billing
period is prorated through the effective date of the termination and the outstanding or unearned portion of
the fee is charged or refunded to the client, as appropriate.
The Firm includes cash in a clients account in determining the valuation for billing purposes. The Firm
may, in its sole discretion, not include cash in determining the fee, especially where a client has a high
percentage of cash for reasons other than the Firm's investment management decision. Additionally, for
asset management services the Firm provides with respect to certain client holdings (e.g., held-away assets,
accommodation accounts, alternative investments, etc.), TWA can negotiate a fee rate that differs from the
range set forth above. Clients are advised that a conflict of interest exists for the Firm to recommend that
clients engage TWA for additional services for compensation, including rolling over retirement accounts
or moving other assets to the Firm’s management. Clients retain absolute discretion over all decisions
regarding engaging the Firm and are under no obligation to act upon any of the recommendations.
Any LPL Program referenced above is subject to maximum fees, depending on which program is used.
Fees Comparison
As referenced above, a portion of the fees paid to TWA are used to cover certain securities brokerage
commissions and transactional costs attributed to the management of its clients’ portfolios.
Services provided through the Program may cost clients more or less than purchasing these services
separately. The number of transactions made in clients’ accounts, as well as the commissions charged for
each transaction, determines the relative cost of the Program versus paying for execution on a per
transaction basis and paying a separate fee for advisory services. Fees paid for the Program may also be
higher or lower than fees charged by other sponsors of comparable investment advisory programs.
Because the Firm pays for the brokerage fees, the Firm has an incentive to engage in less transactions, or
transactions that cost less to the Firm, including the use of mutual funds that do not have transaction charges,
but have higher expenses to the client. The Firm reviews the frequency and type of investments made in
client accounts to act in the client’s best interest.
Fees Discretion
TWA may, in its sole discretion, negotiate to charge a lesser fee based upon certain criteria, such as
anticipated future earning capacity, anticipated future additional assets, dollar amount of assets to be
managed, related accounts, account composition, pre-existing/legacy client relationship, account retention,
pro bono activities, or competitive purposes. The LPL programs are subject to maximum fees, depending
on which program is used.
Other Charges
In addition to the advisory fees paid to TWA, clients may also incur certain charges imposed by other third
parties, such as broker-dealers, custodians, trust companies, banks and other financial institutions. These
additional charges may include fees charged by the Independent Managers, 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
Program Fees and other fund expenses), fees and commission for assets not held with LPL (such as 401(k)
or 529 plan assets), markup or markdown on fixed income and structured product transactions which are
included in the price and yield of the security, deferred sales charges, odd-lot differentials, transfer taxes,
wire transfer and electronic fund fees. In addition, LPL charges certain account and service fees that are not
included in TWA’s Program Fees. Those can include (1) account maintenance fees such as custody, trade
confirmation processing, corporate actions, and transfer fees; (2) cash management fees such as cash sweep,
checking, and wire fees; and (3) investment specific fees such as those for administration of alternative a
investments or for foreign securities. Clients can see the Fee Schedules in the LPL account documents for
more information. These fees are not charged by TWA nor does TWA share in any of these fees.
A conflict of interest exists where the Firm avoids expenses by trading through a different Financial
Institution or purchases securities that cost the client more, but don’t result in an expense to the Firm.
Although clients do not pay a transaction charge for transactions in a wrap account, clients should be aware
that TWA pays LPL transaction charges and/or an asset-based fee for those transactions. The transaction
or asset-based charges paid by TWA can vary based on the type of transaction (e.g., mutual fund, equity or
ETF) and for mutual funds based on whether or not the mutual fund pays 12b-1 fees and/or recordkeeping
fees to LPL. Because TWA pays the transaction or asset-based charges in wrap accounts, there is a conflict
of interest to choose investments that cost TWA, such as where a mutual fund is offered at both $0 or for a
fee. Clients should understand that this results in an incentive for the Firm to choose a cheaper option or
trade less frequently in wrap account.
In many instances, LPL makes available mutual funds to wrap accounts that offer various classes of shares,
including shares designated as Class A Shares and shares designed for advisory programs, which can be
titled, for example, as “Class I,” “institutional,” “investor,” “retail,” “service,” “administrative” or
“platform” share classes (“Platform Shares”). The Platform Share class offered for a particular mutual fund
in wrap accounts in many cases will not be the least expensive share class that the mutual fund makes
available and was selected by LPL in certain cases because the share class pays LPL compensation for the
administrative and recordkeeping services LPL provides to the mutual fund. Client should understand that
another financial services firm may offer the same mutual fund at a lower overall cost to the investor than
is available through a wrap account. In other instances, a mutual fund may offer only Class A Shares, but
another similar mutual fund may be available that offers Platform Shares. Class A Shares typically pay LPL
a 12b-1 fee for providing shareholder services, distribution, and marketing expenses (“brokerage-related
services”) to the mutual funds. Platform Shares generally are not subject to 12b-1 fees. As a result of the
different expenses of the mutual fund share classes, it is generally more expensive for a client to own Class
A Shares than Platform Shares. An investor in Platform Shares will pay lower fees over time and keep more
of his or her investment returns than an investor who holds Class A Shares of the same fund.
TWA has a financial incentive to recommend Class A Shares in cases where both Class A and Platform
Shares are available. This is a conflict of interest which might incline TWA, consciously or unconsciously,
to render advice that is not disinterested. Although the client will not be charged a transaction charge for
transactions, TWA pays LPL a per transaction charge for mutual fund purchases and sales in the account.
TWA generally does not pay transaction charges for Class A Share mutual fund transactions accounts, but
generally does pay transaction charges for Platform Share mutual fund transactions. The cost to TWA of
transaction charges generally may be a factor Advisor considers when deciding which securities to select
and whether or not to place transactions in the account.
The lack of transaction charges to TWA for Class A Share purchases and sales, together with the fact that
Platform Shares generally are less expensive for a client to own, presents a significant conflict of interest
between TWA and the client. In short, it costs TWA less to recommend and select Class A share mutual
funds than Platform shares, but Platform shares will generally outperform Class A mutual fund shares based
on internal cost structure alone. Clients should understand this conflict and consider the additional indirect
expenses borne as a result of the mutual fund fees.
Additional LPL Disclosures
LPL serves as program sponsor, investment advisor and broker-dealer for most of the LPL advisory
programs. TWA receives compensation as a result of a client’s participation in an LPL program. Depending
on, among other things, the type and size of the account, type of securities held in the account, changes in
its value over time, the ability to negotiate fees or commissions, the historical or expected size or number
of transactions, and the number and range of supplementary advisory and client-related services provided
to the client, the amount of this compensation may be more or less than what TWA would receive if the
client participated in other programs, whether through LPL or another sponsor, or paid separately for
investment advice, brokerage and other services.
The account fee may be higher than the fees charged by other investment advisors for similar services.
Clients should consider the level and complexity of the advisory services to be provided when negotiating
the account fee (or the advisor fee portion of the account fee, as applicable) with TWA. With regard to
accounts utilizing third-party portfolio managers under aggregate, all-in-one account fee structures, because
the portion of the account fee retained by TWA varies depending on the portfolio strategist fee associated
with a portfolio, TWA has a financial incentive to select one portfolio instead of another portfolio.
Please refer to the relevant LPL Form ADV program brochure for a more detailed discussion of conflicts
of interest.
Direct Fee Debit
Clients provide TWA and/or certain Independent Managers 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, have agreed to send statements to clients
not less than quarterly detailing all account transactions, including any amounts paid to TWA.
Use of Margin
TWA can recommend that certain clients utilize margin in the client’s investment portfolio or other
borrowing. TWA only recommends such borrowing for non-investment needs, such as bridge loans and
other financing needs. The Firm’s fees are determined based upon the value of the assets being managed
gross of any margin or borrowing.
Compensation for Recommending the Program
TWA has no internal arrangements in place whereby persons recommending the Program are entitled to
receive additional compensation as a result of clients’ participation. A person recommending the Program
will not earn more compensation than he or she would otherwise receive if a client elected another
investment management program.