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Notes on backtests and model results presented herein: Past performance is not a guarantee of future returns and data and other errors may exist. The entered time period is automatically adjusted based on the available return data for the specified assets. CAGR = Compound Annual Growth Rate. Stdev = Annualized standard deviation of monthly returns. Sharpe and Sortino ratios are calculated and annualized from monthly excess returns over risk free rate (1-month t-bills). Stock market correlation is based on the correlation of monthly returns Drawdowns are calculated based on monthly returns. Monthly return series of the selected benchmark is used for results comparisons. The backtested results include monthly rebalancing of portfolio assets to match the specified allocation. The results use total return and assume that all dividends and distributions are reinvested unless reflecting ending balances after a 7% annual distribution. Taxes and transaction fees are not included.: Source: PortfolioVIsualizer © Silicon Cloud Technologies LLC 2013-2017.