SEC Marketing Rule Compliance Solutions

Expert support for advertising, performance, and disclosure requirements.

ACA Group’s U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Marketing Rule compliance solutions help investment advisers assess advertising, performance information, disclosures, and marketing compliance programs against evolving regulatory requirements. Our specialists help firms:

  • Review advertising practices: Assess marketing materials and processes against SEC Marketing Rule requirements.
  • Validate disclosures: Review disclosures for consistency, clarity, and alignment with applicable requirements.
  • Assess performance reporting: Evaluate the presentation and use of investment performance information in marketing materials.
  • Strengthen internal controls: Identify potential gaps and enhance controls across marketing review and approval processes.
  • Enhance compliance programs: Provide independent expertise to help firms strengthen their approach to SEC Marketing Rule compliance.

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Compliance Services Tailored to Your Firm’s Needs

ACA offers a comprehensive suite of services to help firms meet the SEC’s Marketing Rule requirements with precision and confidence.

Performance Disclosure Review

Validate the accuracy and consistency of performance data, methodologies, and assumptions used in marketing materials.

Marketing Material Compliance Testing

Identify misleading statements and ensure disclosures meet regulatory standards across all channels and affiliates.

Books and Records Assessment

Ensure your firm can locate and substantiate the records supporting performance claims, especially across legacy systems and spreadsheets.

Compliance Program Execution Support

Leverage insights from over 6,300 ACA clients to strengthen your internal controls and align with industry best practices.

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Learn why the industry’s most well-known firms choose to partner with us. Contact a member of our team to learn how ACA can ensure your firm is compliant with SEC’s Marketing Rule.  

ACA’s Proven Approach to Compliance and Governance Excellence

ACA’s SEC Marketing Rule compliance solutions deliver unmatched value through:

Independent Validation

Gain additional comfort on controls, disclosures, and compliance through a rigorous third-party review.

Industry-Leading Expertise

Tap into ACA’s global team of compliance professionals with deep knowledge of SEC regulations and peer benchmarking across thousands of firms.

Customized Scopes

Benefit from highly tailored assessments of data, methodologies, records, and governance structures.

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SEC Marketing Rule Compliance Solutions

The rule modernizes how investment advisers advertise and communicate performance, requiring clear, accurate, and substantiated disclosures. Non-compliance can lead to enforcement actions and reputational damage.

ACA provides independent reviews of marketing materials, performance data, and disclosures, ensuring alignment with regulatory expectations and industry best practice.

Our services are tailored for investment advisers of all sizes, including those managing private funds, institutional accounts, and retail clients. We support firms with complex performance histories and multi-system data environments.

You’ll receive a comprehensive summary report detailing findings, risks, and actionable recommendations to improve compliance and governance.

Yes. ACA supports implementation and continuous improvement using insights from over 6,300 clients, helping your firm stay ahead of regulatory changes and peer benchmarks.

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