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Client Reviews Disclosure

Last updated: Feb 21, 2025

1. General Disclaimer

The client reviews displayed on Sam’s List are provided by individuals who have used the services of financial professionals listed on our platform. These reviews represent the personal experiences of the reviewers and are intended to provide factual insights into their interactions with the professionals.Sam’s List does not solicit, endorse, or modify these reviews and does not guarantee their accuracy, completeness, or reliability.


2. SEC Compliance & Marketing Rule Adherence 

Sam’s List is committed to adhering to theSEC’s Marketing Rule (Rule 206(4)-1)and other applicable regulations. As part of our compliance efforts:
  • Reviews arenot compensatedin any way.
  • Sam’s Listdoes not edit, alter, or curatereviews beyond moderating for compliance with our terms of service (e.g., removing inappropriate, defamatory, or misleading content).
  • Reviewsdo not constitute investment advice, a recommendation, or an endorsementof any financial professional or service.
  • Reviewers are encouraged toprovide objective and factual feedbackbased on their direct experience rather than subjective opinions or promotional statements.


3. Moderation & Removal of Reviews 

To ensure compliance and maintain transparency, Sam’s List mayremove or not publishreviews that:
  • Contain misleading, false, or unverifiable information.
  • Includespecific investment advice, endorsements, or guaranteesregarding financial outcomes.
  • Containconfidential or sensitive client informationin violation ofSEC or privacy laws.
  • Include defamatory, inappropriate, or promotional content unrelated to the services provided.

Reviews that comply with these guidelines will remain publicly visible and unaltered, except for necessary redactions of personal data to protect user privacy.


4. Limitations & User Responsibility 
  • Sam’s Listdoes not independently verify the accuracy of any reviewand makes no claims regarding the authenticity or completeness of any submitted content.
  • Users should independently evaluate financial professionals before making hiring decisions and should not rely solely on client reviews when selecting an advisor.
  • Financial professionals on Sam’s List are responsible for maintaining compliance with their own regulatory requirements related to marketing, client testimonials, and advertising.


5. No Endorsements or Guarantees

The presence of a financial professional on Sam’s Listdoes not imply an endorsement, approval, or verificationof their qualifications, services, or capabilities.Sam’s List does not guarantee any specific outcomes or financial results from engaging with a listed professional. Users are encouraged to conduct their own due diligence before entering into any financial advisory relationship.


6. Conflicts of Interest Disclosure

Some financial professionals listed on Sam’s List may participate in paid visibility programs that increase their exposure on the platform. However, paid participation does not influence the visibility of client reviews, andno professional can pay to alter, suppress, or remove reviews posted about them.


7. Contact & Questions

If you have concerns about a review or believe a posted review violates SEC regulations, please contact us at:
contact@samslist.co

By using Sam’s List and viewing client reviews, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this disclosure and agree to ourTerms of Service.
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