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Regulatory Disclosures

I. Regulatory Status Disclosure

Rio Grande Advisors Inc. ("Rio Grande" or the "Firm") is an investment adviser relying on the private fund adviser exemption under Section 203(m) of the Investment Advisers Act of 1940 (the "Advisers Act") and is therefore an Exempt Reporting Adviser with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC").

As an Exempt Reporting Adviser:

  • Rio Grande is not registered with the SEC as an investment adviser.
  • Rio Grande advises private funds only.
  • Rio Grande does not provide advisory services to retail investors or the general public.
  • Rio Grande files limited reports with the SEC but is not subject to the full regulatory regime applicable to SEC-registered investment advisers.

II. No Offer / Private Placement Disclosure

This website is provided for informational purposes only. Nothing contained herein constitutes an offer to sell, a solicitation of an offer to buy, or a recommendation of any security.

Interests in private funds advised by Rio Grande are offered only through confidential offering documents, in private placements, to investors who are accredited investors and/or qualified purchasers, pursuant to Regulation D under the Securities Act of 1933 and other applicable laws. Any offering is made solely by the applicable Private Placement Memorandum ("PPM") and governing fund documents.

III. Performance Disclaimer

Any description of investment strategy, risk profile, or targeted return characteristics is illustrative and does not represent actual performance unless explicitly stated.

Past performance is not indicative of future results. All investments involve risk, including possible loss of principal. Private fund investments are speculative, illiquid, and suitable only for sophisticated investors who can bear the economic risk of loss.

IV. No Public Marketing of Private Funds

This website is not intended to be used for general solicitation unless and until the applicable fund has elected to rely on Rule 506(c) and appropriate investor verification procedures are implemented. Visitors should not construe any content as an invitation to invest.

V. Third-Party Reference Disclosure

References to Wilshire Advisors or other third parties are for informational purposes only. Unless expressly stated, such third parties do not endorse Rio Grande Advisors. Any assets under advisement or management referenced relate to such third parties and not Rio Grande. No inference should be drawn regarding comparative scale, resources, or performance.

VI. Cross-Border Disclaimer

Information on this website is not directed at any person in any jurisdiction where its publication or availability would be contrary to local law or regulation. It is the responsibility of each visitor to comply with applicable laws of their jurisdiction.

VII. No Legal or Tax Advice

Rio Grande does not provide legal or tax advice. Prospective investors should consult their own legal, tax, and financial advisers.

VIII. Forward-Looking Statements

Certain statements on this website may constitute forward-looking statements. These statements are based on assumptions and are subject to risks and uncertainties. Actual results may differ materially.