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We are a community of 50 million who think—and feel—differently about investing. Together, we’re changing the way the world invests. For over 50 years, Vanguard has helped people pursue their financial goals with a spotlight on long-term value and low costs. We’ve made it a focus to put investors first, so whether you’re saving for your first home or investing for a comfortable retirement, we’re here to help you succeed. Community guidelines: vgi.vg/sgl1

Independent wealth advisory firm Creative Planning and its affiliates manage and advise on 710 billion in combined assets and serve clients in all 50 states and abroad.* At Creative Planning, we take a comprehensive, planning-led approach to providing customized advice. And because we believe one person isn’t enough to manage all aspects of your finances, your wealth manager will partner with our in-house specialists in taxes, estate planning and investing to build a tailor-made plan that’s optimized for you. We look at every detail of your wealth to help ensure your complete financial picture is working as hard as it can for you, every day, year in and year out. Our services include private wealth management and family office services, investment management, risk management, trust and estate planning, retirement planning, business and succession planning, tax planning and more. As a client of Creative Planning, you receive custom support to help you achieve your vision of financial success. At Creative Planning, we have all the advice, all the expertise you need, all in-house. Your Team Awaits. Please contact us to schedule a complimentary, no-obligation consultation. We look forward to getting to know you. *In combined assets under management or advisement by Creative Planning and its affiliates as of December 31, 2025.

Founded in 1919, Baird has guided families, businesses, communities and institutions toward their financial goals for a century. Today employee-owned Baird offers wealth management, investment banking, asset management, institutional sales and trading, equity research, public finance and private equity services through more than 200 locations in the United States, Europe and Asia. Baird manages and oversees more than $405 billion in assets for clients around the world and employs more than 5,100 associates. Baird has been one of FORTUNE’s 100 Best Companies to Work For® since 2004, and is committed to policies and practices that provide equal employment opportunity at all times. These non-discriminatory practices apply to all areas of employment including: hiring, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits and educational opportunities. “Baird” is the marketing name for Robert W. Baird & Co., Incorporated and subsidiaries and affiliates worldwide. For more information, please visit www.rwbaird.com.