View Document Text
PART 2A OF FORM ADV: FIRM BROCHURE
Item 1 Cover Page
Mori Huston Partners LLC
1450 Brickell Avenue
Suite 2160
Miami, FL 33131
March 14, 2025
Robert Mori
Managing Partner
Phone: +1 305 856 9304
Fax: +1 305 726 0000
robert.mori@morihuston.com
www.morihuston.com
This document, also referred to as the Firm Brochure or simply Brochure, provides
information about the qualifications and business practices of Mori Huston Partners, LLC
(hereinafter referred to as “we,” “us” and “Mori Huston”). This Brochure has not been
approved by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (or SEC) or any state securities
authority. Being registered as a Registered Investment Adviser does not imply a particular
level of skill or training. The oral and written communications of an Adviser provide you with
information you should consider when choosing to hire or retain an investment adviser
representative. Additional information about Mori Huston (CRD no. 151260) and its
Managing Partners, Mary Mori-Huston, and Robert Mori, is also available on the SEC’s
website at www.adviserinfo.sec.gov.
Mori Huston Partners, LLC
Page 2
Item 2 Material Changes
General
Our last annual update was made on March 13, 2024. No material changes since our last
annual amendment.
Annual Update
Pursuant to SEC Rules, and those of the State of Florida, we will ensure that you receive a
summary of any materials changes to this and subsequent Brochures within 120 days of the
close of our business’ fiscal year. We will also provide other ongoing disclosure information
about material changes as necessary, without charge.
Full Brochure Available
We will provide you with a new Brochure when necessary based on changes or significant
new information, at any time, without charge. You may also request a copy of this Brochure
by contacting Robert Mori, Registered Investment Advisor Representative at (305) 856 9304
or robert.mori@morihuston.com. You may also download a copy of our Brochure from our
web site at www.MoriHuston.com free of charge.
Changes to Business Model
There were no material changes to Mori Huston’s business model.
Mori Huston Partners, LLC
Page 3
Item 3 Table of Contents
Item 1
Cover Page ............................................................................................................. 2
Item 2
Material Changes ................................................................................................... 3
Item 3
Table of Contents ................................................................................................... 4
Item 4
Advisory Business ................................................................................................. 5
Item 5
Fees and Compensation ......................................................................................... 9
Item 6
Performance-Based Fees and Side-By-Side Management .................................. 13
Item 7
Types of Clients ................................................................................................... 14
Item 8
Methods of Analysis, Investment Strategies and Risk of Loss ............................ 15
Item 9
Disciplinary Information ...................................................................................... 21
Item 10 Other Financial Industry Activities and Affiliations ........................................... 22
Item 11 Code of Ethics, Participation or Interest in Client Transactions and Personal
Trading ................................................................................................................ 23
Item 12 Brokerage Practices ............................................................................................. 25
Item 13 Review of Accounts ............................................................................................. 28
Item 14 Client Referrals and Other Compensation ........................................................... 29
Item 15 Custody ................................................................................................................ 30
Item 16
Investment Discretion .......................................................................................... 31
Item 17 Voting Client Securities ....................................................................................... 32
Item 18
Financial Information .......................................................................................... 33
Item 19 Requirements for State-Registered Advisers ....................................................... 34
Mori Huston Partners, LLC
Page 4
Item 4 Advisory Business
Firm Description
Mori Huston Partners, LLC (hereinafter referred to as “Mori Huston”) is a fee only investment
advisor located in Miami, Florida. Mori Huston offers asset management services on a
discretionary and non-discretionary basis to clients (hereafter “client” or clients”). Mori
Huston services individual accounts or an entire family of accounts at different financial
institutions on a consolidated basis. Clients include both U.S. citizens and foreign nationals.
Investment recommendations and asset allocation strategies will be made only after in-depth
consultations with each client concerning their current financial status, future goals, attitudes
towards risk, determination of financial objectives, identification of financial problems, cash
flow management, tax planning, insurance review, investment management, education
funding, retirement planning, and estate planning. Related documents supplied by the client
are carefully reviewed, along with data gathered from the client.
In non-discretionary accounts, the client is under no obligation to act on Mori Huston’s
recommendations, and the client is under no obligation to effect the recommended
transactions.
All customer assets will be held by the custodian of the account. Mori Huston will not hold
customer funds or securities.
Mori Huston is wholly owned by Mary Mori-Huston and Robert Mori, Investment Advisor
Representatives of Mori Huston.
Types of Services Offered
Mori Huston provides the following services on a fee only basis:
• Portfolio Management Services. These services are designed around the client's
investment objectives and their individual risk tolerance. Our primary responsibility is
the preservation of the client's capital, while striving to achieve attractive long-term
inflation adjusted returns. By offering strategies that range from conservative to
aggressive, we are able to tailor our offerings to fit the specific needs of the client.
Clients, however, do have the opportunity to place reasonable restrictions on the types
of investments to be held in their accounts. Investments may include individual stocks,
ETFs, mutual funds, bonds, money market funds, and other investment vehicles.
• Investment Consultations. Investment advice is given on a non-discretionary basis.
According to the particular client circumstances we provide asset allocation and single
security advice on a consulting basis only.
Mori Huston Partners, LLC
Page 5
Client Tailored Services and Client Imposed Restrictions
The goals and objectives for each client are documented in an Investment Policy Statement
provided by the client to Mori Huston. Investment strategies are created that reflect the stated
goals and objectives. Clients may impose restrictions on investing in certain securities or types
of securities.
Investment recommendations are determined based upon the client’s needs, investment
objectives, risk tolerance, net worth, net income, and various other suitability factors. Further
restrictions and guidelines imposed by clients affect the compositions and performance of the
portfolios. For these reasons, performance of the portfolios within the same investment
objective may differ and clients should not expect that the performance of their portfolios will
be identical to the average client of Mori Huston.
Investment Management Agreements may not be assigned without client consent.
Investment Funds
We are also the Investment Manager of the Oceancross Global Bond Fund Ltd. (the "British
Virgin Islands Fund") which is only offered to non-US investors. Robert Mori and Mary Mori
are the Directors of the Fund and have delegated investment management responsibilities to
us.
The Fund is offered (“Offering”) only to persons who are “accredited investors” (as that term
is defined in Rule 501(a) of Regulation D under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended –
(“Securities Act”) and “qualified purchaser” (as that term is defined in Section 2(a)(51) of the
Investment Company Act). The interests offered will not be registered with the Securities and
Exchange Commission under the Securities Act, in reliance on the exemption from registration
in Section 4(a)(2) of the Securities Act and/or Regulation D and Rule 506, promulgated
thereunder. The British Virgin Islands Fund will only be offered to foreign investors.
The British Virgin Islands Fund’s investment objective is to seek to maximize total returns by
investing primarily in U.S. dollar denominated government issued and corporate fixed income
securities and related financial instruments and, to a lesser extent, in government issued and
corporate fixed income securities and related financial instruments denominated in other
currencies. Please reference the offering documents for more specific information on its
investment objectives.
Investors should refer to the relevant Fund’s Disclosure Memorandum and Subscription
Agreement (the “Offering Documents”) for definitive and more detailed information regarding
the Fund’s specific investment objectives and risks.
This Brochure does not constitute an offer to sell or solicitation of an offer to buy any
securities. The securities of the Fund are offered and sold on a private placement basis under
exemptions promulgated under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “Securities Act”),
and other exemptions of similar import under U.S. state laws and the laws of other
Mori Huston Partners, LLC
Page 6
jurisdictions where any offering may be made. Any such offer or solicitation of securities of a
Fund will be made only by means of a confidential private placement memorandum or similar
principal disclosure document.
Non-Investment Related Consulting Services
Occasionally, Mori Huston may provide non-investment related consulting services at an
hourly or fixed rate. These services may include a client asking Mori Huston to help get an
accountant to organize or obtain required forms; translation of documents into Spanish; etc.
Upon meeting with the client and determining the services required by the client, Mori Huston
will provide an estimate of time and cost for such service.
IRA Rollover Recommendations
For the purpose of complying with the DOL's Prohibited Transaction Exemption 2020-02
("PTE 2020-02"), when applicable, we are providing the following acknowledgment to clients.
When we provide investment advice to clients regarding their retirement plan account or
individual retirement account, we are a fiduciary within the meaning of Title I of the
Employee Retirement Income Security Act and/or the Internal Revenue Code, as applicable,
which are laws governing retirement accounts. The way we make money creates some
conflicts with client interests. We operate under an exemption that requires we act in the
clients’ best interest and not put our or our employees’ interests ahead of the clients. Under
this exemption, we must:
• meet a professional standard of care when making investment recommendations (give
•
•
•
•
•
prudent advice),
never put our or our employees’ financial interests ahead of the clients when making
recommendations (give loyal advice),
avoid making misleading statements about conflicts of interest, fees, and investments,
follow policies and procedures designed to ensure that we and our employees give
advice that is in the clients’ best interest,
charge no more than is reasonable for services, and
give the clients basic information about conflicts of interest.
We benefit financially from the rollover of the clients’ assets from a retirement account to an
account that we manage or provide investment advice, because the assets increase our assets
under management and, in turn, our advisory fees. As a fiduciary, we only recommend a
rollover when our and our employees believe it is in the clients’ best interest.
Additional Services
1. Assisting clients with their wealth planning.
2. Assisting clients set up offshore companies.
3. Assisting clients set up LLC’s and coordinating their annual tax filings.
4. Providing Protector services on a Wealth Planning structure.
5. Coordinating the filing of the tax returns with CPAs other than for the LLC’s.
Mori Huston Partners, LLC
Page 7
Assets Under Management
As of December 31, 2024, Mori Huston managed $227,922,702 of which $138,077,280 was
managed on a discretionary basis and $89,845,422 on a non-discretionary basis.
Mori Huston Partners, LLC
Page 8
Item 5 Fees and Compensation
Policies Concerning Fees Paid by Clients
Client Payment of Fees
The specific manner in which fees are charged by Mori Huston is established in a client’s
written Investment Advisory Agreement with Mori Huston. Mori Huston will send to the
client an invoice that provides the amount of the fee, the value of client’s assets on which the
fee was based, and the specific manner in which the fee was calculated. The custodian will
also send to the client a statement, at least quarterly, indicating all the amounts disbursed from
the account including the amount of advisory fees paid directly to Mori Huston.
The fee structure is primarily based upon the dollar value of assets under management.
* The fees are billed on a quarterly basis in arrears.
* The fees do not include third party costs.
* All fees are negotiable. Therefore, clients with similar assets under management and
investment objectives may pay significantly higher or lower fees than other clients.
Fees for Portfolio Management of Discretionary Accounts. This service could be limited to
a single account at one custodian or could extend to multiple accounts at one or multiple
custodians and be done in a consolidated format. Mori Huston Partners LLC maintains a
limited power of attorney on the respective accounts and can buy and sell securities within the
limits of the respective investment policy.
Client Assets
up to $1 mio.
from $1 mio. to 2 mio.
from $2 mio. to 5 mio.
from $5 mio. to 10 mio.
from $10 mio. to 25 mio.
from $25 mio.
Management Fee*
1.40%
1.30%
1.20%
1.10%
0.95%
at request
Fees for Portfolio Management of Non-Discretionary Accounts. Investment advice is given
on a non-discretionary basis. According to the particular client circumstances we provide asset
allocation and single security advice. Mori Huston Partners LLC maintains a limited power of
attorney on the respective accounts but buys and sells securities only following an explicit
client order.
Mori Huston Partners, LLC
Page 9
Client Assets
up to $1 mio.
from $1 mio. to 2 mio.
from $2 mio. to 5 mio.
from $5 mio. to 10 mio.
from $10 mio. to 25 mio.
from $25 mio.
Advisory Fee*
1.40%
1.30%
1.20%
1.10%
0.95%
at request
Fees for Investment Advice Through Consultations. Investment advice is given on a non-
discretionary basis. According to the particular client circumstances we provide asset
allocation and single security advice on a consulting basis only.
Client Assets
up to $1 mio.
from $1 mio. to 2 mio.
from $2 mio. to 5 mio.
from $5 mio. to 10 mio.
from $10 mio. to 25 mio.
from $25 mio.
Advisory Fee*
1%
0.90%
0.80%
0.75%
0.60%
at request
In all fees charged by Mori Huston, the fee calculation will consider the end of quarter balance
of client assets under advisory by Mori Huston and if applicable the monthly balances of client
assets managed by certain third-party asset managers referred by Mori Huston.
Investment Funds
British Virgin Islands Fund
We will receive an annual management fee equal to 1% of the net asset value of each
participating share. The management fee will be calculated and accrued monthly and is
payable in arrears. The calculation is based on the opening net asset value at the beginning of
the month, adjusted for subscriptions and redemptions for that month.
In our sole discretion, we may waive, reduce, or rebate the management fee to be charged with
respect to any shareholder including, but not limited to, shareholders that are employees,
principals or affiliates of Mori Huston or relatives of such persons and for certain large or
strategic investors, without notice to or the consent of the other shareholders.
The amount of the management fee and the performance fee shall be deducted from the net
asset value attributable to the shares.
Please reference each Fund’s applicable offering documents for more detail on the
management, performance, and other fees incurred when investing in this Fund.
Mori Huston Partners, LLC
Page 10
Additional Client Fees Charged
All fees paid to Mori Huston for asset management and investment advisory referral services
are separate and distinct from the fees and expenses charged by mutual funds and exchange
traded funds (or ETFs) to their shareholders. These fees and expenses are described in each
fund’s prospectus. These fees will generally include a management fee, other fund expenses,
and a possible distribution fee. If the fund also imposes sales charges, a client may pay an
initial or deferred sales charge (often referred to as a “load’ fee). A client could invest in a
mutual fund directly without the services of Mori Huston. In that case, the client would not
receive the services provided by Mori Huston which are designed, among other things, to
assist the client in determining which mutual fund or funds are most appropriate to each
client’s financial condition and objectives. Accordingly, the client should review both the fees
charged by the funds, the fees charged by Mori Huston and any advisor it may have been
referred to as well as the custody and brokerage fees charged by the client’s custodian so that
they may fully understand the total amount of fees to be paid by the client and to thereby
evaluate the advisory services being provided.
Mori Huston’s fees are also exclusive of brokerage commissions, transaction fees, and other
related costs and expenses which shall be incurred by the client. Clients may incur certain
charges imposed by custodians, brokers, third party investment and other third parties such as
fees charged by managers, custodial fees, deferred sales charges, odd-lot differentials, transfer
taxes, wire transfer and electronic fund fees, and other fees and taxes on brokerage accounts
and securities transactions.
Billing
Fees are assessed and billed to clients quarterly. Mori Huston does not have authority to
deduct fees directly from the client’s account unless the client specifically authorizes it under
the condition that an invoice will be sent to client, and a period of ten days will be given to
object to the respective amount before the amount is debited. Fees based on assets under
management shall be prorated for each capital contribution and withdrawal made during the
applicable calendar quarter (with the exception of de minimis contributions and withdrawals).
Accounts initiated or terminated during a calendar quarter will be charged a prorated fee.
Upon termination of any account, any prepaid, unearned fees will be promptly refunded, and
any earned, unpaid fees will be due and payable.
Non-Investment Related Consulting Services
The fees charged for these services are either hourly or fixed fees which are agreed to by the
client and Mori Huston. The amount of the hourly or fixed fee varies from client to client
based upon such factors as the time required to be spent providing the services, the complexity
of the services, and other expenses associated with providing the services.
Mori Huston Partners, LLC
Page 11
Additional Services
Protector on a Trust:
$500.00 p.a. during Settlor’s
Lifetime, then up to $1,500.00 p.a.
after Settlor passes.
Providing the address for the record
keeping of offshore companies:
$300.00 p.a.
Helping set up US LLC’s and annual.
maintenance of the companies:
$300 to set up and $250.00 p.a.
Assisting clients set up wealth planning.
structures:
$500 -$2,000 to set up.
Assisting clients in their annual tax filings,
coordinating with CPA:
$250.00 p.a.
Fees are negotiable but not refundable. Fees are payable after services are rendered. We will
provide details of the type of administrative/corporate service provided and add the charge to
their quarterly bill. Clients have the authority to cancel our services at any time which can be
done verbally and/or in writing.
Mori Huston Partners, LLC
Page 12
Item 6 Performance-Based Fees and Side-By-Side Management
Related to the separate accounts and investment funds and compensation described in Items 4
and 5 above, Mori Huston does not charge advisory fees on a share of the capital gains or
capital appreciation of the funds or securities in a client account (so-called performance-based
fees). Our compensation structure is disclosed in detail in Item 5 above. Since Mori does not
charge performance-based fees, it does not engage in side-by-side management.
Mori Huston Partners, LLC
Page 13
Item 7 Types of Clients
Mori Huston works primarily with high-net-worth individuals either directly or through their
trusts via their trustees. Clients include U.S. citizens and non-resident non-citizens of the
United States of America. In addition, Mori Huston works with pension and profit-sharing
plans.
Mori Huston has no stated minimum account size although typically Mori Huston pursues
clients with investible assets of at least $500,000.00. Clients are advised that performance may
suffer due to difficulties with diversifying smaller accounts and due to risk controls potentially
being compromised. The performance of smaller accounts may vary from the performance of
larger accounts due to fluctuations in the market that may affect smaller accounts more and the
effects of compounding potentially being greater in larger accounts.
Investment Funds
British Virgin Islands Fund
The British Virgin Islands Fund is relying upon an exclusion from the provisions of the
Investment Company Act pursuant to the exemption contained in Section 3(c)(1) thereunder.
The minimum initial subscription to the British Virgin Islands Fund is $250,000. The
minimum incremental subscription to the British Virgin Islands Fund is $50,000. The
Directors may in their discretion raise or lower the minimum initial subscription amount.
Mori Huston Partners, LLC
Page 14
Item 8 Methods of Analysis, Investment Strategies and Risk of Loss
Investing in securities involves risk of loss of capital that clients should be prepared to
bear.
Our Investment Philosophy:
• We seek to understand the client, to align with the client's interests, and to keep an
independent mind.
• Our primary responsibility is the preservation of the client's capital, while striving to
achieve attractive long-term inflation adjusted returns.
• Asset allocation and risk management is at the heart of our investment process. We
look for value and respect the business cycle.
• Our strategy builds on the fact that, in any given market environment, there are
undervalued asset classes or sectors which are poised to outperform.
• Active allocation between asset classes and sectors is an important strategy in an
environment where no single area is likely to continually dominate, and where returns
should be moderate over a protracted period of time.
• When judging any investment on its merits, we focus on its intrinsic value and always
look for a reasonable margin of safety.
Investment Policy Statement
Our client is at the heart of our investment process, and we mean that literally. We take the
time to listen and understand. We start with a carefully thought-through, highly individualized
and well-documented long-term investment policy. It will be developed closely with the
respective investors to ensure representation, association, and an ability to stick to it over long
periods of time. It will also help the client to make really hard decisions in moments of crisis
or exuberance. While the investment policy will provide the guiding light for long-term
investment success, it should also be organic and will change as circumstances change.
Active Asset Allocation
The investment policy sets the long-term policy allocation. Within this policy framework we
are able to implement our active asset allocation. In forming return expectations for asset
classes, we use a combination of risk premium, intrinsic value, and global macroeconomic
analysis. Our risk premium analysis is highly influenced by our views on economic growth.
We evaluate the long-term growth potential of the global economies, their political risks, and
demographic trends as well as structural changes within economies, and for the global
economy as a whole. This is especially important in times of seismic shifts in the global
political and economic landscape. Combining all these different parts, we get a good view of
the intrinsic value of each asset class, and how this compares to the value currently offered in
the marketplace.
While diversification is an important aspect in our investment process, we will only invest in
an asset class if our analysis tells us that the prospective return premiums are sufficient relative
to the respective risks. Finance theory says that higher expected risk means higher expected
return. We believe it does not always work that way. What if the equity risk premium over
Mori Huston Partners, LLC
Page 15
bonds is negative and therefore the available long-term returns from bonds are higher than the
ones available from equities. Why should an investor have any substantial investment in
equities in such a situation? This is an important part in our investment process as our bets
relative to the benchmark can be substantial, if we believe that equity markets are overvalued.
We consider this flexibility to be an important factor in our ability to add value and protect the
client’s capital throughout different market environments. When market prices of various
assets, securities, currencies, industries, or countries move away from their intrinsic value that
is the time when we want to take positions in our portfolios.
Security analysis methods may include fundamental analysis and technical analysis.
• Fundamental Analysis: This is the study of the underlying forces that affect the well-
being of the economy, industry groups, and companies. Because business cycle phases
have different effects on different industries, fundamental analysts look for investment
opportunities in the context of the business cycle. In the big picture, a market's
underlying fundamentals will eventually determine its direction. However,
fundamental analysts have difficulty accounting for sudden and erratic movements in
the market when the market's fundamentals have not really changed.
• Technical Analysis: This is a discipline within security analysis for forecasting the
direction of prices through the study of past market data, primarily price and volume.
Technicians employ many techniques, one of which is the use of charts. Using charts,
technical analysts seek to identify price patterns and market trends in financial markets
and attempt to exploit those patterns. Technicians use various methods and tools; the
study of price charts is but one.
Mori Huston utilizes both of these analyses when determining which securities or investment
instruments to purchase or sell, which asset classes to invest in including the amount to be
invested, the price and time at which such transactions are to be executed in client accounts
under advisement. Recommendations are made based on Mori Huston’s professional judgment
after considering all factors pertinent to the client while upholding its fiduciary duty to the
client. Client understands that Mori Huston does not guarantee results and that account
fluctuations including losses will occur in accounts supervised and managed by Mori Huston.
Mori Huston uses publicly available and proprietary research. In addition, many of the client
custodians also provide investment research to Mori Huston. Mori Huston relies on this
research to determine investment strategies and decisions. In addition to the above, Mori
Huston relies on financial newspapers and magazines, company press releases, annual reports,
prospectuses, filings with the SEC and corporate rating services.
Investment strategies may include allocations to equities, equity mutual funds, American
Depository Receipts, exchange ETFs, fixed income securities including those issued by
countries or institutions located in emerging markets, precious metals such as gold, other types
of commodities and hedge funds. All of these strategies involve risk and are subject to a partial
or even total loss of capital which clients should be prepared for.
Mori Huston will gather financial information and history from client including, but not
limited to, retirement and financial goals, investment objectives, investment horizon, financial
Mori Huston Partners, LLC
Page 16
needs, cash flow analysis, cost of living needs, education needs, savings tendencies, and other
applicable financial information required by Mori Huston in order to provide the investment
advisory services requested.
Adviser recommendations are based on the client's financial situation at the time and are based
on financial information disclosed by the client to Mori Huston. Clients are advised that
certain assumptions may be made with respect to interest and inflation rates and use of past
trends and performance of the market and economy. However, past performance is in no way
an indication of future performance. Adviser cannot offer any guarantees or promises that
client's financial goals and objectives will be met. Further, clients must continue to review the
plan presented to them and update the same via Mori Huston based upon changes in their
financial situation, goals, objectives, or changes in the economy. Should a client's financial
situation, investment goals or objectives change, clients must notify Mori Huston of any such
changes promptly.
There are inherent risks involved for each investment strategy or method of analysis we use
and the particular type of security we recommend. Depending on the types of securities we
invest in, you may face the following investment risks:
Market Risk: The price of security, bond, or mutual fund may drop in reaction to tangible and
intangible events and conditions. This type of risk is caused by external factors independent of
a security’s particular underlying circumstances. For example, political, economic, and social
conditions may trigger market events.
Business Risk: These risks are associated with a particular industry or a particular company
within an industry. For example, oil drilling companies depend on finding oil and then refining
it, a lengthy process, before they can generate a profit. They carry a higher risk of profitability
than an electric company, which generates its income from a steady stream of customers who
buy electricity no matter what the economic environment is like.
Interest rate Risk: Fluctuations in interest rates may cause investment prices to fluctuate. For
example, when interest rates rise, yields on existing bonds become less attractive, causing their
market values to decline.
Inflation Risk: When any type of inflation is present, a dollar today will not buy as much as a
dollar next year, because purchasing power is eroding at the rate of inflation.
Financial Risk: Excessive borrowing to finance a business’ operations increases the risk of
profitability, because the company must meet the terms of its obligations in good times and
bad. During periods of financial stress, the inability to meet loan obligations may result in
bankruptcy and/or a declining market value.
The above list of risk factors does not purport to be a complete list or explanation of the risks
involved in an investment strategy. You are encouraged to consult your IAR and tax
professional on an initial and continuous basis in connection with selecting and engaging in
Mori Huston Partners, LLC
Page 17
the services provided by us. In addition, due to the dynamic nature of investments and
markets, strategies may be subject to additional and different risk factors not discussed above.
Investment Funds
Methods of Analysis and Investment Strategy
British Virgin Islands Fund
The British Virgin Islands Fund expects to generate appreciation in the net asset value of the
shares primarily from interest income, trading profits and other sources. The British Virgin
Islands Fund intends to invest primarily in U.S. dollar and, to a lesser extent, Euro and other
currency denominated fixed income securities and related financial instruments.
We employ a wide range of investment strategies. These strategies may involve short-term
trading. The assets of the British Virgin Islands Fund may be maintained in cash or cash-
equivalent instruments, pending investment, for defensive purposes, to meet the expense needs
of the British Virgin Islands Fund to fund redemptions. In addition, such cash balances of the
Fund may be held temporarily in interest bearing deposit accounts. There will be no offset or
reduction of the fees charged by us for these deposits.
The British Virgin Islands Fund will purchase fixed income securities and related financial
instruments, as well as preferred shares (or similar securities), conforming to the investment
objectives and policies of the British Virgin Islands Fund. The British Virgin Islands Fund
may also invest in other investment vehicles that primarily invest in fixed income instruments
and related financial instruments and/or preferred shares of banks and other financial
institutions.
Description of Principal Risks
An investment in one or more of the Fund is speculative and involves significant risks not
associated with other investment vehicles and is suitable only for persons of adequate financial
means who have no need for liquidity in this investment and can afford to lose the entirety of
their investments. There can be no assurances or guarantees that (i) a Fund’s investment
objectives will prove successful, (ii) investors will not lose any portion or all of their
investment in a Fund, or (iii) investors who invest directly will not lose any portion or all of
their investment.
You should consider the Fund as a supplement to an overall investment program and should
only invest if you are willing to undertake the risks involved. In addition, investors who are
subject to income tax should be aware that an investment in a Fund is likely (if the Fund is
successful) to create taxable income or tax liabilities in excess of cash distributions to pay such
liabilities. You should therefore bear in mind the risk factors before purchasing an interest in
any Fund, or in small business and consumer loans directly. Any or all of such risks could
materially and adversely affect investment performance, the value of any such investment or
any security held in such investment and could cause investors to lose substantial amounts of
money.
Mori Huston Partners, LLC
Page 18
There are general risks (i.e., General Economic and Market Conditions), Operating Risks (i.e.,
Reliance on management team, Conflicts of Interest), Regulatory Risks (i.e., Absence of U.S.
Regulatory Oversight). All of these and other important risks are outlined in detail in the
Offering Documents.
The foregoing list of risk factors does not purport to be a complete explanation of the risks
involved in the offering. Potential investors should read the Offering Documents carefully in
their entirety, and consult their own legal, tax and investment advisers before deciding whether
to invest in any Fund.
Legal and Regulatory Matters Risks
Legal developments which may adversely impact investing and investment-related activities
can occur at any time. “Legal Developments” means changes and other developments
concerning foreign, as well as US federal, state and local laws and regulations, including
adoption of new laws and regulations, amendment or repeal of existing laws and regulations,
and changes in enforcement or interpretation of existing laws and regulations by governmental
regulatory authorities and self-regulatory organizations (such as the SEC, the US Commodity
Futures Trading Commission, the Internal Revenue Service, the US Federal Reserve and the
Financial Industry Regulatory Authority). Our management of accounts may be adversely
affected by the legal and/or regulatory consequences of transactions effected for the accounts.
Accounts may also be adversely affected by changes in the enforcement or interpretation of
existing statutes and rules by governmental regulatory authorities or self-regulatory
organizations.
System Failures and Reliance on Technology Risks
Our investment strategies, operations, research, communications, risk management, and back-
office systems rely on technology, including hardware, software, telecommunications,
internet-based platforms, and other electronic systems. Additionally, parts of the technology
used are provided by third parties and are, therefore, beyond our direct control. We seek to
ensure adequate backups of hardware, software, telecommunications, internet-based platforms,
and other electronic systems, when possible, but there is no guarantee that our efforts will be
successful. In addition, natural disasters, power interruptions and other events may cause
system failures, which will require the use of backup systems (both on- and off-site). Backup
systems may not operate as well as the systems that they back up and may fail to properly
operate, especially when used for an extended period. To reduce the impact a system failure
may have, we continually evaluate our backup and disaster recovery systems and perform
periodic checks on the backup systems’ conditions and operations. Despite our monitoring,
hardware, telecommunications, or other electronic systems malfunctions may be unavoidable,
and result in consequences such as the inability to trade for or monitor client accounts and
portfolios. If such circumstances arise, the Investment Committee will consider appropriate
measures for clients.
Cybersecurity Risk
A portfolio is susceptible to operational and information security risks due to the increased use
of the internet. In general, cyber incidents can result from deliberate attacks or unintentional
Mori Huston Partners, LLC
Page 19
events. Cyberattacks include, but are not limited to, infection by computer viruses or other
malicious software code, gaining unauthorized access to systems, networks, or devices through
“hacking” or other means for the purpose of misappropriating assets or sensitive information,
corrupting data, or causing operational disruption. Cybersecurity failures or breaches by third-
party service providers may cause disruptions and impact on the service providers’ and our
business operations, potentially resulting in financial losses, the inability to transact business,
violations of applicable privacy and other laws, regulatory fines, penalties, reputational
damage, reimbursement, or other compensation costs, and/or additional compliance costs.
While we have established business continuity plans and risk management systems designed to
prevent or reduce the impact of such cyberattacks, there are inherent limitations in such plans
and systems due in part to the everchanging nature of technology and cyberattack tactics.
Pandemic Risks
The outbreak of the novel coronavirus rapidly became a pandemic and has resulted in
disruptions to the economies of many nations, individual companies, and the markets in
general, the impact of which cannot necessarily be foreseen at the time. This created closed
borders, quarantines, supply chain disruptions and general anxiety, negatively impacting
global markets in an unforeseeable manner. The impact of the novel coronavirus and other
such future infectious diseases in certain regions or countries may be greater or less due to the
nature or level of their public health response or due to other factors. Health crises caused by
the coronavirus outbreak and future infectious diseases may exacerbate other pre-existing
political, social, and economic risks in certain countries. The impact of such health crises may
be quick, severe and of unknowable duration. These pandemics and other epidemics and
pandemics that may arise in the future could result in continued volatility in the financial
markets and could have a negative impact on investment performance.
Mori Huston Partners, LLC
Page 20
Item 9 Disciplinary Information
Mori Huston is required to disclose all material facts regarding any legal or disciplinary events
that would be material to your evaluation of its advisory practice or the integrity of its
management. Mori Huston has no information applicable to this Item.
Mori Huston Partners, LLC
Page 21
Item 10
Other Financial Industry Activities and Affiliations
As described in detail in Item 4 above, we manage participating share in pooled investment
vehicles to Fund investors. We serve as the Investment Manager to the British Virgin Islands
Fund, and each Limited Partner of a Fund may be deemed a limited partner of the affiliated
Fund.
Broker-Dealer or Representative Registration
Neither Mori Huston nor any of its employees are registered representatives of a broker-dealer.
Mori Huston is not registered as a broker-dealer and does not intend to seek registration in the
immediate future.
Futures or Commodity Registration
Neither Mori Huston nor its employees are registered or have an application pending to
register as a futures commission merchant, commodity pool operator (or CPO), or a
commodity trading advisor. Mori Huston, may, however, seek an exemption from registration
as a CPO with the National Futures Association (or NFA) to the extent that it acquires
significant commodities investments on behalf of its clients.
Other Business Lines
Mori Huston is neither a banking nor thrift institution, accounting firm, law firm, insurance
company, pension consultant, nor is it an entity that creates or packages limited partnerships.
Material Relationships Maintained by this Advisory Business and Conflicts of Interest
Mori Huston Partners has an arrangement with Forbes Hare Trust to receive compensation for
the referral of corporate and trust services. The agreement provides that Forbes Hare Trust
rebates a percentage of the fees received for services rendered by Forbes Hare Trust.
Mori Huston Partners, LLC
Page 22
Code of Ethics, Participation or Interest in Client Transactions and
Item 11
Personal Trading
Code of Ethics Description
Mori Huston has implemented a Code of Ethics outlining employee fiduciary duties to its
clients. Employee adherence to the highest ethical and professional conduct, compliance with
laws, and protection of material non-public information are included in our Code of Ethics. To
avoid any conflicts of interest regarding personal securities transactions, officers and
employees will be required to certify on a quarterly basis that they have not traded for their
personal account any security that was purchased for a fund, or an account managed by the
Company except in compliance with the procedures outlined in our Code of Ethics.
Mori Huston will provide a full copy of its Code of Ethics to any client or prospective client
upon request and posts an updated copy on its website (www.Mori Huston.com).
Investment Recommendations Involving a Material Financial Interest and Conflict of
Interest
Mori Huston may buy or sell for itself investment products recommended to clients. While this
may potentially create a conflict of interests, clients’ transactions will be placed before
transactions of Mori Huston and any associated person of Mori Huston. Records will be
maintained of all securities bought or sold by Mary Mori-Huston and Robert Mori, associated
persons or related entities. Such records will be available for inspections upon request.
Files of securities transactions effected for Mori Huston will be maintained for review should
there be a conflict of interest. Robert Mori will review all securities transactions of related
persons of Mori Huston to ensure no conflicts exist with client executions.
We may have conflicts of interest in managing the portfolio of the Fund because its
compensation for managing and/or advising other investment vehicles or accounts may exceed
its compensation for managing the Fund, thus providing an incentive to prefer such other
investment vehicles or accounts. Moreover, if we make trading decisions in respect of such
investment vehicles or accounts and in respect of the Fund at or about the same time, the Fund
may be competing with such other investment funds or accounts for the same or similar
positions. We will endeavor to allocate all investment opportunities on a fair and equitable
basis between the Fund and those other investment vehicles and accounts.
We provide investment advisory services to separately managed accounts of clients that may
invest in the Fund. For such advisory clients, we will receive investment management fees on
multiple levels such as advisory fees for advising clients as to their individual accounts and
management fees to be received in connection with investment management services provided
to the Fund. This arrangement results in our client investing in the Fund paying higher fees to
us than a person that directly invests in the Fund in the absence of such investment advisory
relationship. The right to receive such additional management fees is a conflict of interest for
us in that it incentivizes us to direct our clients to invest in the Fund. We will refund to our
Mori Huston Partners, LLC
Page 23
discretionary advisory clients additional fees received by us arising from our services to the
Fund, that results from the multiple levels of management fees for such advisory clients.
Mori Huston Partners, LLC
Page 24
Item 12
Brokerage Practices
Mori Huston is independently owned and operated and is not controlled by, or under the
common control of, a broker-dealer, any other financial or non-financial entity, whether
domestic or foreign.
We are responsible for any trading decisions of the Fund. We are authorized to determine the
brokers or dealers to be used for each securities transaction for the Fund. We will determine
the allocation of assets between the brokers and dealers according to the nature and type of
transaction. It is our policy when executing securities transactions to take all reasonable steps
to obtain the best possible result taking into consideration relevant “execution factors”,
including price, costs, speed, likelihood of execution and settlement, size, nature or any other
consideration relevant to the execution of the transaction. All such transactions will be
undertaken in compliance with the laws and regulations to which the Fund is subject.
We do not need to solicit competitive bids and do not have an obligation to seek the lowest
available commission cost or spread. We may enter into arrangements whereby a broker or
dealer may use part of the relevant dealing commission to pay for certain services related to
the execution of transactions on behalf of customers and/or the provision of investment
research that we received. It is intended that such arrangements will assist us in the provision
of investment management services to the Fund. We may agree that a broker will be paid a
commission exceeding the amount another broker would have charged for the same
transaction if, in our good faith judgement, the amount of the commission is reasonable in
relation to the value of the brokerage and other services provided or paid for by such broker.
Factors Used to Select Broker-Dealers for Client Transactions
If asked, Mori Huston may suggest brokers or custodians to clients. In general, Mori Huston
relies on the brokerage services of the client’s asset custodian to execute transactions in the
client’s account, but the ultimate decision of brokerage and asset custodian selection lies with
the client. For clients that wish to maintain certain brokerage relationships (i.e., directed
brokerage), Mori Huston does not negotiate commission rates, and clients may pay higher
commissions than they would have had Mori Huston had brokerage discretion over the
account.
As noted above, if asked, Mori Huston may suggest brokers or custodians to clients. Mori
Huston will select appropriate broker-dealers based on a number of factors, including but not
limited to their relative transaction fees and reporting ability. Lower fees for comparable
services may be available from other sources. Clients pay for any and all custodial fees in
addition to the advisory fee charged by Mori Huston.
• Directed Brokerage: Mori Huston will comply with written instructions by our clients
for client-directed brokerage. Clients understand that by directing us to use a specific
broker to execute a transaction we are not able to negotiate the associated costs nor are
we able to provide the best advice. In circumstances where a client directs Mori Huston
to use a certain broker-dealer, Mori Huston still has a fiduciary duty to its clients. The
Mori Huston Partners, LLC
Page 25
following may apply with Directed Brokerage: Mori Huston’s inability to negotiate
commissions, to obtain volume discounts, there may be a disparity in commission
charges among clients, and potential conflicts of interest arising from brokerage firm
referrals.
• Best Execution: Best practice makes it Mori Huston’s duty to seek terms that secure
best execution for and maximize the value of (i.e., ensure the best possible result
overall) each client’s portfolio. We seek the most favorable terms for client trades
given the particular circumstances for each trade (such as transaction size, market
characteristics, liquidity of security, security type). We look for brokers, which provide
best execution while considering, among other things, commission rates, timeliness of
trade executions, and the ability to maintain anonymity, minimize incomplete trades,
and minimize market impact. The value of a broker’s research is of secondary nature
but is taken into consideration if a clear advantage for the client in our decision-making
process is being identified. Broker research could be used to service all our clients. The
value of a broker’s products is not taken into consideration. We identify potential
investment products for clients only by evaluating the merits of the products
themselves.
• Soft Dollar Arrangements: Mori Huston does not have any soft dollar arrangements at
this time. However, Mori Huston utilizes the services of custodial broker dealers. As
such economic benefits are received by Mori Huston. These benefits include: A
dedicated trading desk, a dedicated service group and an account services manager
dedicated to Mori Huston’s accounts, ability to conduct "block" client trades, electronic
download of trades, balances and positions, duplicate and batched client statements,
and the ability to have advisory fees directly deducted from client accounts.
Aggregating Securities Transactions for Client Accounts
Mori Huston is authorized in its discretion to aggregate purchases and sales and other
transactions made for the account with purchases and sales and transactions in the same
securities for other clients of Mori Huston. All clients participating in the aggregated order
shall receive an average share price with all other transaction costs shared on a pro-rated basis.
Administrative Trade Errors
Trading errors may include a number of situations, such as:
• The wrong security is bought or sold for a client.
• A security is bought instead of sold.
• A transaction is executed for the wrong account.
• Securities transactions are completed for a client that had a restriction on such security,
or
• Securities are allocated to the wrong accounts.
Mori Huston Partners, LLC
Page 26
If Mori Huston makes an error in submitting a trade order on your behalf, we will place a
correcting trade with the broker-dealer which has custody of your account. If an investment
gain results from the corrective action, the gain will remain in your account unless it is legally
not permissible for you to retain the gain, or we confer with you and you decide to forego the
gain (e.g., due to tax reasons). If a loss occurs due to our administrative trade error, we are
responsible and will pay for the loss to ensure that you are made whole.
Note: To limit the respective administrative expenses and burden of processing small trade
errors, it should be noted some custodians (at their own discretion) may elect not to invoice us
if the trade error involves a de minimis dollar amount (usually less than $100). Generally, if
related trade errors result in both gains and losses in your account, they may be netted.
Mori Huston Partners, LLC
Page 27
Item 13
Review of Accounts
Investment recommendations and advisory referrals will be made only after obtaining personal
interviews with each client concerning clients’ current financial status, future goals and
attitudes towards risk. Related documents supplied by the client are carefully reviewed, along
with data gathered from the client. All clients are advised that it remains their responsibility to
notify Mori Huston of any changes in their investment objectives and/or financial situation.
In non-discretionary accounts, the client is under no obligation to act on Mori Huston’s
recommendations, the client is under no obligation to effect the transactions.
All customer assets will be held by the custodian of the account. Mori Huston will not hold
customer funds or securities.
Schedule for Periodic Review of Client Accounts and Advisory Person Involved
Client accounts will be reviewed by Mori Huston on a weekly basis internally. Mori Huston
will review the account with the client at least on a yearly basis, or more often should the
client make such a request. Client meetings will be used to determine whether or not the
customer objectives have changed and to confirm client risk tolerance and customer
expectations with regard to performance of the portfolio. The employed investment strategy
will be reviewed and the need to rebalance the portfolio will be addressed. These reviews and
meetings will be carried out by the Managing Partners of Mori Huston, Mary Mori-Huston,
and Robert Mori. There is no minimum number of accounts assigned to the reviewer.
Review of Client Accounts on Non-Periodic Basis
Other conditions that may trigger a review of clients’ accounts are market conditions, changes
in the tax laws, new investment information, and changes in a client's financial situation.
Investment Funds
The Directors review the operations of the British Virgin Islands Fund at regular meetings.
Content of Client Provided Reports and Frequency
Clients have the option of receiving their statement at the end of each month or on a quarterly
basis directly from the asset custodian. The statements are intended to inform clients as to how
their investments have performed during the selected period. In most instances the clients have
the option of accessing their account online directly from the custodian. In addition, Mori
Huston may provide performance calculations for clients that do not receive them from their
custodian. It is intended to provide an overview of the client’s portfolio based on the end of the
quarter.
Mori Huston Partners, LLC
Page 28
Item 14
Client Referrals and Other Compensation
Economic benefits Provided to the Advisory Firm from External Sources and Conflicts
of Interest
Mori Huston has an arrangement with Forbes Hare Trust to receive compensation for the
referral of corporate and trust services. The agreement provides that Forbes Hare Trust rebates
a percentage of the fees received for services rendered by Forbes Hare Trust.
As disclosed in Item 12, broker-dealers, or custodians with whom Mori Huston has or may
enter into a service relationship, may make available to Mori Huston other products and
services that benefit Mori Huston but may not benefit its clients' accounts. Some of these other
products and services assist Mori Huston in managing and administering clients' accounts.
While Mori Huston at all times endeavors to put the interests of its clients first as part of Mori
Huston’s fiduciary duty, clients should be aware that the receipt of additional compensation
itself creates a conflict of interest and may affect the judgment of Mori Huston and/or its
associated persons when making recommendations. Mori Huston has procedures in place to
periodically review client accounts for adherence to client investment objectives and to ensure
that client assets are invested in what we believe are the best available investments for the
strategies we are implementing and monitoring. We will invest client assets into the
investments we feel are most advantageous to our clients, regardless of additional revenues.
Mori Huston Partners, LLC
Page 29
Item 15
Custody
Mori Huston will not, under any circumstances, have custody of client funds. However, Mori
Huston usually has the authority to deduct its fees from a client’s account and can therefore be
understood to have custody in this particular and limited respect. Mori Huston works with a
number of qualified custodians including Charles Schwab, Citibank, Banco Santander and
Jefferies LLC. Clients are not limited to the custodians with which Mori Huston currently
works and it is the customer’s decision with which custodian they ultimately choose to hold
their portfolio.
Customer accounts held at the custodian of their choosing will be in their own names or in the
names of their trust or corporate account. If asked, Mori Huston may suggest brokers or
custodians to clients. In general, Mori Huston relies on the brokerage services of the client’s
asset custodian to execute transactions in the client’s account, but the ultimate decision of
brokerage and asset custodian selection lies with the client. For clients that wish to maintain
certain brokerage relationships (i.e., directed brokerage), Mori Huston does not negotiate
commission rates, and clients may pay higher commissions than they would have had Mori
Huston had brokerage discretion over the account.
Clients have the option of receiving their statement at the end of each month or on a quarterly
basis directly from the asset custodian. The statements are intended to inform clients as to how
their investments have performed during the selected period. In most instances the clients have
the option of accessing their account online directly from the custodian. Mori Huston strongly
recommends that clients review their custody account statements monthly and compare those
statements with the statements and information they receive from Mori Huston.
Investment Funds
As the Investment Manager of the Fund, we are deemed to have custody of client funds and/or
securities. An independent public accountant will annually audit the pooled investment
vehicle(s) that we manage. Audited financial statements are annually distributed to the Fund
investors.
Mori Huston Partners, LLC
Page 30
Item 16
Investment Discretion
Mori Huston provides advisory services on a discretionary and non-discretionary basis,
including portfolio reviews and recommendations with respect to various investments.
For each discretionary account, Mori Huston enters into an Investment Advisory Agreement
with the client and is granted a limited power of attorney on the client accounts, which limits
the form to transactions in securities only. In addition, the firm establishes an individual
investment policy for each client, which includes a discussion of risk tolerances (both the
ability and willingness to bear risk), return objectives, time horizon, liquidity requirements,
liabilities, tax considerations, and any legal, regulatory, or other unique circumstances.
Investments are made within the limits of the Investment Advisory Agreement and the
Investment Policy.
Adherence to Client’s Investment Objectives
Mori Huston has authority to determine the type and amount of securities to be bought and
sold without obtaining specific client consent. This authority shall be established upon
execution by the client of the limited power of attorney. Mori Huston will consider, when
making decisions for customer’s accounts, such factors as price, the ability of the brokers to
effect the transactions, the brokers’ facilities, reliability, and financial responsibility, and any
products or services provided by such brokers. While Mori Huston may have full discretion
over the account allowing it to buy securities without obtaining specific client consent,
meeting with the client always takes place prior to putting investment strategies into place.
Securities intended to be purchased are presented to the client prior to implementation of a
specific investment plan, and, in exercising discretion over a client’s account, Mori Huston
must adhere to the client’s investment objectives including any investment restrictions or
allocation guidelines.
Investment guidelines and restrictions must be provided to Mori Huston in writing and are
recorded in the Investment Policy Statement.
Investment Funds
We have the full discretion to manage, invest and reinvest the assets of the Fund in interest of
attaining the investment objective and in accordance with the investment strategies and
restrictions described in the Offering Memorandum. We are also authorized to determine the
brokers or dealers to be used for each securities transaction for the Fund. We may delegate any
of our powers under the Investment Management Agreement to any other person or persons as
the Investment Manager deems appropriate.
Mori Huston Partners, LLC
Page 31
Item 17
Voting Client Securities
Proxy Voting
As a matter of firm policy and practice, Mori Huston does not have any authority to, and does
not, vote proxies on behalf of advisory clients. Clients retain the responsibility for receiving
and voting proxies for any and all securities maintained in their portfolios. The client will
receive their proxies directly from the custodian of their account or from a transfer agent.
Class Actions
From time-to-time securities held in your portfolio may be the subject of class action
litigation. The decision regarding whether to file proof of claim in a class action settlement is a
question involving legal judgment. Mori Huston does not instruct or give advice to you on
whether or not to participate as a member of class action lawsuits and will not automatically
file claims on your behalf. If you request additional assistance, Mori Huston will provide any
transaction information pertaining to your account that may be helpful and/or needed in order
for you or your custodian to file proof of claim in a class action.
Mori Huston Partners, LLC
Page 32
Item 18
Financial Information
In this item, Registered Investment Advisers are required to provide you with certain financial
information or disclosures about Mori Huston’s financial condition.
Except for the private fund, we are not required to provide financial information to our clients
because we do not:
require the prepayment of more than $1,200 in fees and six or more months in advance,
take custody of client funds or securities, or
•
•
• currently have a financial condition that is reasonably likely to impair our ability to
meet our commitments to you.
Additionally, we have not been the subject of bankruptcy petition at any time during the past
ten years.
Mori Huston Partners, LLC
Page 33
Item 19
Requirements for State-Registered Advisers
Not applicable.
Mori Huston Partners, LLC
Page 34